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The Command to Study

The Command to Study - 2 Timothy 2:15 

INTRODUCTION

Every believer ought to faithfully read the word of God, but there is another command that is not to be neglected. According to 2 Timothy 2:15, believers can show themselves approved unto God by studying the scriptures. One can read through the scriptures daily without having ever truly studied the scriptures. In order to study, one must delve into the words and phrases of the Bible and consider their meaning both historically and doctrinally. Few believers take time to read their Bibles, but even fewer take time to study. In fact, the modern versions have removed the command to study from 2 Timothy 2:15. Somebody does not want believers to study, and it is not the Lord!

DEVOTIONAL THOUGHTS

  • (For smaller children) God gave us His word to tell us what's right, what's wrong, how to get right and how to stay right (2 Timothy 3:16). A flashlight would be of little value to you in the dark if you never turned it on. God's word will be of more value to you if you study it (Psalm 119:105).
  • How often do you take the time to study the definition of a word or phrase as used by the Lord? Do you run straight to the dictionary or do you look it up in the scriptures?
  • Reading the Bible gives surface knowledge while study of the scriptures delves in deeper. Why is it important that believers delve into individual passages?

PRAYER NEEDS

  • Ask the Lord to teach you how to study His word.
  • Ask the Lord to give you a special blessing as you study.

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Proverbs 28:28

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