FURNISHED UNTO ALL GOOD WORKS

KEY SCRIPTURE: 2Ti 3:17 KJV “That the man of God may be perfect, thoroughly furnished unto all good works.”

Everyone who becomes a Christian was saved to do goodworks. Ephh 2:10 KJV” For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works, which God hath before ordained that we should walk in them.” Good works range from every act of love  seen in serving one another to healing all who are oppressedbyf the devil. Act 10:38 KJV “How God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Ghost and with power: who went about doing good, and healing all that were oppressed of the devil; for God was with him.” Healing the sick is not an act reserved for only gifted Christians but a task that every child of God must perform. Mar 16:17 KJV “And these signs shall follow them that believe; In my name shall they cast out devils; they shall speak with newtongues.”;”

The believers were to cast out devilsand layy hands on the sick. All these feats were to be furnished by the truths taught from the word of God.

Once agai,n for one to do all good work,s he must approach the scriptures without any “golden calf”. The golden calf was a false powerless god that the Israelites travelling from Egypt began to worship saying that was what brought them from Egypt. This was a very big li,e yet they believed it and rejected the true God to celebrate it. Every false doctrine concerning God or His word must first be slaughtered before the scripturescan bed furnishedto  you to be a carrier of all good work.s.

The scriptures teach that God has given us all things that pertain unto life and godliness 2 Pet 1:3. We are complete in Him who is the head of all principality and power. Col 2:10. Christ is our very sufficiency, glory be to God 2 Corinth: 3:5-6. All these and many more inform us of how much we have been made qualified to do all good works.

One major setback is our refusal to accept the truths of scripture as real and very applicable in every case. This is what the grace of God is about. The next step is our devotion to the word in meditation and prayer. Jesus dedicated a great deal of time to prayer. Our prayers condition our hearts and minds to function in line with what God says.

The scriptures show us that Jesus came to raise a family who are just like Him. We are a direct outcome of His death. The idea is like a seed which is planted. The fruits would definitely be like the seed. We have to take away every veil from our minds and believe every truth as the scriptures tell us.We are called to be like Him and to reveal Him in our lives. This is our basic call as Christians.

THOUGHT: THE SCRIPTURES SHOW US THAT WE ARE LIKE OUR LORD AND,WE MUST ACCEPT WE ARE LIKE HI.M.

FURTHER STUDIES
2Pe 1:3 KJV” According as his divine power hath given unto us all things that pertain unto life and godliness, through the knowledge of him that hath called us to glory and virtue:”

Col 2:10 KJV” And ye are complete in him, which is the head of all principality andpower.”:”

THE SCRIPTURES PERFECT US

KEY SCRIPTURE: 2Ti 3:17 KJV” That the man of God may be perfect, thoroughly furnished unto all good works.”

Our Lord Jesus led a perfect life. The scripture says he was tempted at all points, yet He sinned not. Heb 4:15 The Lord also expects perfection from us. Mat 5:48 KJV “Be ye therefore perfect, even as your Father which is in heaven is perfect.” The scriptures teach that we can be perfected by the scriptures.

The perfection of the scriptures proceeds from subjecting your life to being controlled by it. Be reminded that the word is a person. The scripture teaches that all scripture is given by the breath of God. God’s breath is the Spirit of God. The Spirit of God is the very life of the word of God. John 1:4 KJV “In him( the word) was life; and the life was the light of men”.The bible says the name of the Lord is the word of God. Rev 19:13 KJV “And he was clothed with a vesture dipped in blood: and his name is called The Word of God”. Anyone given to the word has allowed the Lord Jesus to live his life through him.

Now, for the word  to perfect you, you must acknowledge that the word is full of the life of God and has the supernatural power to make you whatever it talks about. 2Co 3:18 KJV “But we all, with open face beholding as in a glass the glory of the Lord, are changed into the same image from glory to glory, even as by the Spirit of the Lord”. This verse teaches that as we put aside every veil, sin, unbelief, prejudice or wrong doctrine, we see clearly the glory of God. We are then changed or transfigured to become the very glory of God.

The next aspect of the word that transforms us into perfection is to submit to its teaching.
Many people approach the word with a certain preconceived thought pattern. Such thinking corrupts the true teaching of the word. An example is what 1 Peter 2:24b says. By whose stripes you were healed. This is very clearly talking about the healing of our bodies, yet people add all other meanings to it.

Allow the scriptures to always mean what they say. Do not use your experience or the experience of others to interpret the scriptures. This is the only means for the scriptures to perfect you. Allow the scriptures to reproof you where necessary and receive their correction.

THOUGHT: THE SCRIPTURES WOULD MAKE YOU WHAT THEY TALK ABOUT IF YOU WOULD SUBMIT TO THEM

FURTHER STUDIES
Jas 1:21 KJV Wherefore lay apart all filthiness and superfluity of naughtiness, and receive with meekness the engrafted word, which is able to save your souls.

1Ti 4:15 KJV” Meditate upon these things; give thyself wholly to them; that thy profiting may appear to all.”

The scriptures are for instructions in righteousness.

KEY SCRIPTURE:2Ti 3:16 KJV” All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness:”

Instructions are detailed, step-by-step directions or orders explaining how to perform a task, use a product, or behave. They serve as structured guidance, often crucial for ensuring safety and efficiency. Synonyms include directions, guidelines, commands, orders, tutorials, and protocols. Biblical instructions are the way of life. Pro 3:1 KJV My son, forget not my law; but let thine heart keep my commandments: For length of days, and long life, and peace, shall they add to thee.

God’s ways are always right. Biblical instructions must be keenly followed. They must first fill the soul and then be obeyed. God desires that every child of His be seriously successful. Following biblical instructions leads to true success in life. Jos 1:8 KJV” This book of the law shall not depart out of thy mouth; but thou shalt meditate therein day and night, that thou mayest observe to do according to all that is written therein: for then thou shalt make thy way prosperous, and then thou shalt have good success.”

You can make your way prosperous. Everyone living today desires to be successful. Success could be simply described as living a very fulfilled life. This can not be found anywhere except in the paths of righteousness. Pro 14:12 KJV” There is a way which seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof are the ways of death.” The way that seems right to men is the way of human reason, strength and human effort. 1Sa 2:9 KJV He will keep the feet of his saints, and the wicked shall be silent in darkness; for by strength shall no man prevail.”

The wicked, that is, the man who gives no attention to biblical instructions, would be silent in darkness. This means he would be frustrated because he has avoided righteous instructions that are light . His only place of abode is darkness. If the Christian shuns righteous instructions, he can not avoid living in darkness.

Every creature lives in its source. Fishes live in water, plants live on the land, the Christian must live in the word, for our source is the word of God

THOUGHT: ALWAYS FOLLOW THROUGH BIBLICAL INSTRUCTIONS TO BECOME WHAT IT SAYS.

FURTHER STUDIES

Pro 1:7 KJV” The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge: but fools despise wisdom and instruction.”

Pro 4:13 KJV” Take fast hold of instruction; let her not go: keep her; for she is thy life.”

THE SCRIPTURE IS FOR DOCTRINE

KEY SCRIPTURE: 2Ti 3:16 KJV “All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness:”

We may have to understand what a doctrine is. A doctrine is a codification or stating of beliefs, principles, or teachings adopted by a group—such as a religion, government, or organization—that are considered true and authoritative. It provides a framework for understanding and acting, commonly seen in religious tenets, political ideologies, or official government policies. The scripture gives us God’s thoughts principles that inform students of the word what the Lord would want His people to know about various  topics.

Doctrines offer very fundamental beliefs of the Christian faith. It is very good to know these doctrines so that other doctrines that are contrary can be easily known and avoided. There are Christian sects who claim to use the same bible but with very divergent teachings. Please note that salvation is not about believing whatever is taught from the scriptures, but that which adheres to sound  doctrines which were believed and taught by the apostles and the early church.

The early church after the apostles had passed on certain doctrines which was not acceptable to the general  church body was being taught by some. An example is the doctrine taught by Arius. He taught that our Lord Jesus was a created being, not co equal to the Father. The church body refuted that and  established the Nicene creed. These were believes clearly taught by the scripture and were stipulated in the creed.

Dear one it really matters what you believe. Many are bound and tormented by the enemy because they have not been taught about the doctrine of the authority of the believer. Some Christians have a hard time living victiriously over sin and sicknesses because they do not know of their victory over sin and sicknesses. There are many still fighting demons because  they do not know that the fight of the Christian is the fight of faith. Proper doctrine liberates and places the child of God in his true place of triumph.

THOUGHT: PROPER DOCTRINE LIBERATES PROPERLY.

FURTHER STUDIES

Joh 8:32 KJV” And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.”

Act 2:42 KJV” And they continued stedfastly in the apostles’ doctrine and fellowship, and in breaking of bread, and in prayers.”SIMPLE TRUTH

11TH APR, 2026

PS SAMUEL SOMUAH ASANTE Dr

THE SCRIPTURE IS FOR DOCTRINE

KEY SCRIPTURE: 2Ti 3:16 KJV “All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness:”

We may have to understand what a doctrine is. A doctrine is a codification or stating of beliefs, principles, or teachings adopted by a group—such as a religion, government, or organization—that are considered true and authoritative. It provides a framework for understanding and acting, commonly seen in religious tenets, political ideologies, or official government policies. The scripture gives us God’s thoughts principles that inform students of the word what the Lord would want His people to know about various  topics.

Doctrines offer very fundamental beliefs of the Christian faith. It is very good to know these doctrines so that other doctrines that are contrary can be easily known and avoided. There are Christian sects who claim to use the same bible but with very divergent teachings. Please note that salvation is not about believing whatever is taught from the scriptures, but that which adheres to sound  doctrines which were believed and taught by the apostles and the early church.

The early church after the apostles had passed on certain doctrines which was not acceptable to the general  church body was being taught by some. An example is the doctrine taught by Arius. He taught that our Lord Jesus was a created being, not co equal to the Father. The church body refuted that and  established the Nicene creed. These were believes clearly taught by the scripture and were stipulated in the creed.

Dear one it really matters what you believe. Many are bound and tormented by the enemy because they have not been taught about the doctrine of the authority of the believer. Some Christians have a hard time living victiriously over sin and sicknesses because they do not know of their victory over sin and sicknesses. There are many still fighting demons because  they do not know that the fight of the Christian is the fight of faith. Proper doctrine liberates and places the child of God in his true place of triumph.

THOUGHT: PROPER DOCTRINE LIBERATES PROPERLY.

FURTHER STUDIES

Joh 8:32 KJV” And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.”

Act 2:42 KJV” And they continued stedfastly in the apostles’ doctrine and fellowship, and in breaking of bread, and in prayers.”SIMPLE TRUTH

11TH APR, 2026

PS SAMUEL SOMUAH ASANTE Dr

THE SCRIPTURE IS FOR DOCTRINE

KEY SCRIPTURE: 2Ti 3:16 KJV “All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness:”

We may have to understand what a doctrine is. A doctrine is a codification or stating of beliefs, principles, or teachings adopted by a group—such as a religion, government, or organization—that are considered true and authoritative. It provides a framework for understanding and acting, commonly seen in religious tenets, political ideologies, or official government policies. The scripture gives us God’s thoughts principles that inform students of the word what the Lord would want His people to know about various  topics.

Doctrines offer very fundamental beliefs of the Christian faith. It is very good to know these doctrines so that other doctrines that are contrary can be easily known and avoided. There are Christian sects who claim to use the same bible but with very divergent teachings. Please note that salvation is not about believing whatever is taught from the scriptures, but that which adheres to sound  doctrines which were believed and taught by the apostles and the early church.

The early church after the apostles had passed on certain doctrines which was not acceptable to the general  church body was being taught by some. An example is the doctrine taught by Arius. He taught that our Lord Jesus was a created being, not co equal to the Father. The church body refuted that and  established the Nicene creed. These were believes clearly taught by the scripture and were stipulated in the creed.

Dear one it really matters what you believe. Many are bound and tormented by the enemy because they have not been taught about the doctrine of the authority of the believer. Some Christians have a hard time living victiriously over sin and sicknesses because they do not know of their victory over sin and sicknesses. There are many still fighting demons because  they do not know that the fight of the Christian is the fight of faith. Proper doctrine liberates and places the child of God in his true place of triumph.

THOUGHT: PROPER DOCTRINE LIBERATES PROPERLY.

FURTHER STUDIES

Joh 8:32 KJV” And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.”

Act 2:42 KJV” And they continued stedfastly in the apostles’ doctrine and fellowship, and in breaking of bread, and in prayers.”SIMPLE TRUTH

11TH APR, 2026

PS SAMUEL SOMUAH ASANTE Dr

THE SCRIPTURE IS FOR DOCTRINE

KEY SCRIPTURE: 2Ti 3:16 KJV “All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness:”

We may have to understand what a doctrine is. A doctrine is a codification or stating of beliefs, principles, or teachings adopted by a group—such as a religion, government, or organization—that are considered true and authoritative. It provides a framework for understanding and acting, commonly seen in religious tenets, political ideologies, or official government policies. The scripture gives us God’s thoughts principles that inform students of the word what the Lord would want His people to know about various  topics.

Doctrines offer very fundamental beliefs of the Christian faith. It is very good to know these doctrines so that other doctrines that are contrary can be easily known and avoided. There are Christian sects who claim to use the same bible but with very divergent teachings. Please note that salvation is not about believing whatever is taught from the scriptures, but that which adheres to sound  doctrines which were believed and taught by the apostles and the early church.

The early church after the apostles had passed on certain doctrines which was not acceptable to the general  church body was being taught by some. An example is the doctrine taught by Arius. He taught that our Lord Jesus was a created being, not co equal to the Father. The church body refuted that and  established the Nicene creed. These were believes clearly taught by the scripture and were stipulated in the creed.

Dear one it really matters what you believe. Many are bound and tormented by the enemy because they have not been taught about the doctrine of the authority of the believer. Some Christians have a hard time living victiriously over sin and sicknesses because they do not know of their victory over sin and sicknesses. There are many still fighting demons because  they do not know that the fight of the Christian is the fight of faith. Proper doctrine liberates and places the child of God in his true place of triumph.

THOUGHT: PROPER DOCTRINE LIBERATES PROPERLY.

FURTHER STUDIES

Joh 8:32 KJV” And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.”

Act 2:42 KJV” And they continued stedfastly in the apostles’ doctrine and fellowship, and in breaking of bread, and in prayers.”SIMPLE TRUTH

11TH APR, 2026

PS SAMUEL SOMUAH ASANTE Dr

THE SCRIPTURE IS FOR DOCTRINE

KEY SCRIPTURE: 2Ti 3:16 KJV “All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness:”

We may have to understand what a doctrine is. A doctrine is a codification or stating of beliefs, principles, or teachings adopted by a group—such as a religion, government, or organization—that are considered true and authoritative. It provides a framework for understanding and acting, commonly seen in religious tenets, political ideologies, or official government policies. The scripture gives us God’s thoughts principles that inform students of the word what the Lord would want His people to know about various  topics.

Doctrines offer very fundamental beliefs of the Christian faith. It is very good to know these doctrines so that other doctrines that are contrary can be easily known and avoided. There are Christian sects who claim to use the same bible but with very divergent teachings. Please note that salvation is not about believing whatever is taught from the scriptures, but that which adheres to sound  doctrines which were believed and taught by the apostles and the early church.

The early church after the apostles had passed on certain doctrines which was not acceptable to the general  church body was being taught by some. An example is the doctrine taught by Arius. He taught that our Lord Jesus was a created being, not co equal to the Father. The church body refuted that and  established the Nicene creed. These were believes clearly taught by the scripture and were stipulated in the creed.

Dear one it really matters what you believe. Many are bound and tormented by the enemy because they have not been taught about the doctrine of the authority of the believer. Some Christians have a hard time living victiriously over sin and sicknesses because they do not know of their victory over sin and sicknesses. There are many still fighting demons because  they do not know that the fight of the Christian is the fight of faith. Proper doctrine liberates and places the child of God in his true place of triumph.

THOUGHT: PROPER DOCTRINE LIBERATES PROPERLY.

FURTHER STUDIES

Joh 8:32 KJV” And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.”

Act 2:42 KJV” And they continued stedfastly in the apostles’ doctrine and fellowship, and in breaking of bread, and in prayers.”

KEY SCRIPTURE: 2Ti 3:16 KJV “All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness:”

We may have to understand what a doctrine is. A doctrine is a codification or statement of beliefs, principles, or teachings adopted by a group—such as a religion, government, or organisation—that are considered true and authoritative. It provides a framework for understanding and acting, commonly seen in religious tenets, political ideologies, or official government policies. The scripture gives us God’s thought principles that inform students of the word what the Lord would want His people to know about various  topics.

Doctrines offer very fundamental beliefs of the Christian faith. It is very good to know these doctrines so that other doctrines that are contrary can be easily known and avoided. There are Christian sects that claim to use the same bible but with very divergent teachings. Please note that salvation is not about believing whatever is taught from the scriptures, but that which adheres to sound  doctrines which were believed and taught by the apostles and the early church.

The early church, after the apostles had passed on, certain doctrines that were not acceptable to the general  church body were being taught by some. An example is the doctrine taught by Arius. He taught that our Lord Jesus was a created being, not coequal to the Father. The church body refuted that and  established the Nicene Creed. These were beliefs clearly taught by the scripture and were stipulated in the creed.

Dear one, it really matters what you believe. Many are bound and tormented by the enemy because they have not been taught about the doctrine of the authority of the believer. Some Christians have a hard time living victoriously over sin and sickness because they do not know of their victory over sin and sickness. There are many still fighting demons because  they do not know that the fight of the Christian is the fight of faith. Proper doctrine liberates and places the child of God in his true place of triumph.

THOUGHT: PROPER DOCTRINE LIBERATES PROPERLY.

FURTHER STUDIES

Joh 8:32 KJV” And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.”

Act 2:42 KJV” And they continued stedfastly in the apostles’ doctrine and fellowship, and in breaking of bread, and in prayers.”

THE SCRIPTURE IS PROFITABLE

KEY SCRIPTURE: 2Ti 3:16 KJV “All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness:”

To say the scripture is profitable means it is advantageous, helpful,  and beneficial. There is nothing negative about the scriptures. Some have tried in every means possible to find all faults, errors, and even to say it is from human work, with the intention to enslave a particular race. They see Africans as such a target. This is most unfortunate and sad since the very civilisation of Europe evolved from the application of the bible. The foundation of most legal books is, for the most part, biblically influenced.

The Gutenberg Bible is credited with being the first printed substantial book.

The bible is indeed very profitable on all fronts. The United States of America was established by biblical truths. This is what has caused it to become a world superpower. When certain individuals tried to attack the dominance of the word of God in the socio-political life and called for the removal of the scriptures from public school, the hospitality industry, like hotels and what have you, has resulted in this grave downward turn ,affecting the social life of such a beautiful nation. There is no week that gun violence is not reported somewhere in the United States. This has made living in certain states in the US very dangerous. If you take out the scriptures, society is left without any protection.

The scriptures have transformed whole communities from a life of violence and lust to a people of very sober behaviour. In the years 1904 and 1905, the word of God preached by Evans Roberts in  Welsh caused the conversion of over 100000 people, resulting in the emptying of prison cells because these people were transformed by the word of God.
Through the preaching of the word .

Scores of people have been instantly healed from medically incurable conditions. Raving lunatics are completely made whole just by listening to the preaching of the word.

A muslim man carrying a child found himself behind a sports stadium which was hosting a gospel crusade. There were strong sound systems that sent the preaching far outside the inner perimeter. This child was healed while the man carried him. He asked to be let down, but the man refused . The child bit him, and he let him down, and to his amazement, this child walked by himself. The scriptures are indeed very profitable.

THOUGHT: GOD IS THE AUTHOR OF THE SCRIPTURES, AND THAT ACCOUNTS FOR ITS PROFITABILITY.

FURTHER STUDIES

1Ti 4:8 KJV” For bodily exercise profiteth little: but godliness is profitable unto all things, having promise of the life that now is, and of that which is to come.

Psa 119:99 KJV” I have more understanding than all my teachers: for thy testimonies are my meditation.”

THE INSPIRATION OF THE SCRIPTURES

KEY SCRIPTURE: 2Ti 3:16 KJV” All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness”.

When we say one is inspired, we may be saying he or she is  motivated. In another instance we may say one sang out of great inspiration, that is she sang out of great encouragement. The inspiration of the scriptures is not like any of these. The scripture says all scripture is given by the inspiration of God. This means the Spirit of God  breathe out the scriptures. The scripture did not come out of the individual’s will and predisposition but he or she was carried along by the Holy Spirit.

Apostle Peter explains this act of inspiration as follows 2Pe 1:20-21 EasyEnglish,” None of the prophets’ messages in the Bible came just from the prophets’ own ideas. It is most important that you should understand this. None of the prophets’ messages came from what a human person wanted to say. Instead, God’s Spirit caused people to speak words that came from God, we may say as the scripture rightly said , “that all scripture is given by the breath of the Spirit”..

Let’s consider the following example  in Matthew 19:4–5, “Have you not read that he who created them from the beginning made them male and female, and said, ‘Therefore a man shall leave his father and his mother and hold fast to his wife, and they shall become one flesh?’” According to Jesus, God said that a man shall “leave his father and his mother and hold fast to his wife.” But when we turn to Genesis 2:24, we discover that God didn’t say these words. Moses wrote them. So, why does Jesus say that God said it, when in actual fact Moses wrote it?, The reason is that all scripture  is given by inspiration of God. God inspired Moses to write it because He said it..

So, do you want to hear God’s voice? Read the Bible—it is that which “goes out from [God’s] mouth” (Isaiah 55:11). It bridges the expanse between heaven and earth, infinite and finite, Creator and creature. It’s as powerful as the “rain” and “snow” which “come down from heaven, and do not return there but water the earth, making it bring forth and sprout, giving seed to the sower and bread to the eater” (Isaiah 55:10). Thus, we expect God to speak to us—not subjectively through inner urgings, but objectively through His Word. For this reason, we listen to the Bible as if we heard God speaking to us from heaven, rejoicing like those who find “great spoil” (Psalm 119:162).

 THOUGHT:THE BIBLE IS GOD’S INSPIRED WORD,IT IS INERRANT AND FINAL AUTHORITY FOR FAITH AND CONDUCT

FURTHER STUDIES 

1Th 2:13 KJV” For this cause also thank we God without ceasing, because, when ye received the word of God which ye heard of us, ye received it not as the word of men, but as it is in truth, the word of God, which effectually worketh also in you that believe.”

Isa 55:11 KJV “So shall my word be that goeth forth out of my mouth: it shall not return unto me void, but it shall accomplish that which I please, and it shall prosper in the thing whereto I sent it.”

Wise unto Salvation

KEY SCRIPTURE:2Ti 3:15 KJV” And that from a child thou hast known the holy scriptures, which are able to make thee wise unto salvation through faith which is in Christ Jesus.”

SIMPLE TRUTH

God’s word is God’s mind reaching us through clearly understood sounds. The scriptures say ,His word is Himself. The word is God, according to John 1:1. Knowing the word and understanding the word would ultimately lead to wisdom. The scripture is filled with  men and women who walked according to the word and excelled in all that they did.

The scriptures indeed give wisdom unto salvation. Salvation is a broad term. It means forgiveness  of sins, leading to one obtaining eternal life. It also means deliverance from Satan’s power, rescue from danger, healing of the body from all sicknesses, peace and preservation. God’s word makes one wise to encounter every one of these. The following is the scriptural testimony of the man who gives attention to the word. Psa 1:2-3 KJV” But his delight is in the law of the LORD; and in his law doth he meditate day and night. And he shall be like a tree planted by the rivers of water, that bringeth forth his fruit in his season; his leaf also shall not wither; and whatsoever he doeth shall prosper.” The man who is given to the word has programmed himself for success.

The scripture teaches about decay in man that would lead him to bondage if he goes without Jesus and the word of God. Jer 17:9 KJV” The heart is deceitful above all things, and desperately wicked: who can know it?” A wicked heart is a heart devoid of the word of God and the ways of God. This is the natural state of every man. The result is man in bondage.

His way out is to submit himself to the way of God, which is the word of God. He must dedicate himself to seeking the word of God and doing what it says. This makes one wise and on.

 acting on the word, he would come out of whatever boun̈d him.

THOUGHT:HUMBLY ATTEND TO THE WORD, AND BE FREE FROM EVERY BONDAGE

FURTHER STUDIES

Joh 3:16 KJV For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.

Jas 1:21 KJV” Wherefore lay apart all filthiness and superfluity of naughtiness, and receive with meekness the engrafted word, which is able to save your souls.”

Knowing the scriptures

KEY SCRIPTURES 2Ti 3:15 KJV “And that from a child thou hast known the holy scriptures, which are able to make thee wise unto【 salvation through faith which is in Christ Jesus.”

Timothy, as a child, had grown to know the scriptures. His parents, who were Christians, had taught him about the scriptures. The other important truth to know is that he also yielded himself to learn the scriptures. To know the scriptures is very important. The Lord Jesus said Joh 5:39 KJV” Search the scriptures; for in them ye think ye have eternal life: and they are they which testify of me.” Our Lord Jesus is the central figure of the scriptures

Many Christians have not grown to know the scriptures in a broad sense. There are about five practical ways of knowing the scriptures. These ways are as follows.

1 Reading

2 Studying

3 Meditation

4 Memorization

5 Hearing

These five practical ways are great if applied; they would help you know the scriptures in a more effective way. Let’s  consider how each act can be practised.

1 Reading the scriptures is simply reading a number of chapters of the scriptures. You may have a reading plan. It may be a one-year or two-year reading plan. That is to plan to read through the whole of scripture within one or two years. It could even be going through the bible  twice in one year.

2 Studying involves having a more analytical and serious study of the scriptures. Just as we study our test books, you may  study the scriptures to find the truths  and their appropriate application. Through study, you obtain a good understanding of the scriptures, which becomes clearer.

3 Meditation  is the act of reflecting or contemplating on the scriptures. This is either done by speaking the scriptures over and over again. Another type of Meditation is to ponder over the scriptures. Meditation helps in the renewal of our minds. 1Ti 4:15 KJV “Meditate upon these things; give thyself wholly to them; that thy profiting may appear to all.”

4. The next is scriptural  Memorization. This involves committing the scripture to memory . This act is like filling a gun with bullets, ready to shoot. In scriptural memorisation, one commits  a verse of scripture to memory by reading and repeating till  it is committed to memory.

5 The final one is hearing the word, through life, preaching or recorded preaching.

In these ways, you can grow to know the scriptures, always ready to apply them to every situation in our lives. DISCIPLINE IS ONE INGREDIENT THAT WOULD MAKE ALL THESE POSSIBLE

THOUGHT:  DISCIPLINE YOURSELF TO GAIN A GROWING KNOWLEDGE OF THE SCRIPTURES

FURTHER STUDIES

2Ti 2:15 KJV” Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.”

Joh 8:31 KJV” Then said Jesus to those Jews which believed on him, If ye continue in my word, then are ye my disciples indeed.”

CONTINUE IN THE TRUTH

KEY SCRIPTURE:2Ti 3:14 KJV” But continue thou in the things which thou hast learned and hast been assured of, knowing of whom thou hast learned them;”

According to the scriptures, one is established in the truth by continuing in what one has learned. Repetition is the main means of knowing the word. The Lord Jesus said if you continue in my word, then are you my disciples indeed. (John 8:31).He then added , And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.

You cannot truly know until you continue  studying the word.

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Apostle James  said Jas 1:25 KJV But whoso looketh into the perfect law of liberty, and continueth therein, he being not a forgetful hearer, but a doer of the work, this man shall be blessed in his deed.” Continuing in reading and  studying will be the true means of knowing. The word.

In the parable

Of  the sower, the Lord taught  that seeds that fell by the wayside were  quickly picked up by birds of the air. The Lord explained that these are people who hear God’s word, but Satan comes immediately to steal the word from their hearts. Dear child of God, one thing satan dreads so much is the word in your heart. He will do everything to snatch the word from your heart. The answer to this issue is through continuing in the word. In our modern world, anyone who is  serious can easily overcome this  problem. Most mobile phones we have  can record messages as they are preached. You  can then play it again and listen to it over and over again.

The real challenge is that worldliness  has taken over the hearts of most people. Some would be watching their mobile phones while the preaching goes on. Their desire for the word is almost dead. Please note that God’s word is life and that life is your light to overcome darkness. What is darkness? Darkness is the power of Satan and his devils. God’s word is the power of God to easily stop every power of Satan . Give God your highest honour ,respect and attention. And you would forever be successful.

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THOUGHT:NOTHING CAN ROB YOU OF THE WORD IF YOU ARE DILIGENT TO CONTINUE IN IT

CONFESSION:The word of God is my light in this dark world , it is my wisdom out of every difficulty , my medicine for my whole body,the power of God to destroy every power of Satan, and above all ,it is my faith  builder . I diligently attend to it, reading, studying and meditating on it day and night. I also do whatever it says. It continually brings me good success  in all I do.

FURTHER STUDIES

Jos 1:8 KJV “This book of the law shall not depart out of thy mouth; but thou shalt meditate therein day and night, that thou mayest observe to do according to all that is written therein: for then thou shalt make thy way prosperous, and then thou shalt have good success.

Joh 1:4-5 KJV” In him was life; and the life was the light of men. And the light shineth in darkness; and the darkness comprehended it not.”

Pro 4:20-22 KJV” My son, attend to my words, incline thy ear unto my saying. Let them not depart from thine eyes; keep them in the midst of thine heart. For they are life unto those that find them, and health to all their flesh.”

Persecutions, and our response

KEY SCRIPTURE:2Ti 3:12 KJV “Yea, and all that will live godly in Christ Jesus shall suffer persecution.”

Apostle Paul gives a statement of fact which every Christian must accept and be prepared for. He says whoever would live righteously would suffer persecution. The world, with its inhabitants, is ruled by Satan. Satan is the father of everything unrighteous. He would do everything to prevent the right things from being done. Persecution is Satan’s way of resisting  righteous acts of righteous men and women.

During persecutions, the persecutors inflict all kinds of pains or punishment to cause the child of God to compromise. Others may apply verbal insults as a way of persecuting the upright.

Apostle Peter tells the brethren to arm themselves with a mind to suffer persecutions1Pe 4:1 KJV” Forasmuch then as Christ hath suffered for us in the flesh, arm yourselves likewise with the same mind: for he that hath suffered in the flesh hath ceased from sin;” Dear child of God  the scriptures say prepare your mind to stand through persecutions that may come your way. You should not curse those who may persecute you. Jesus said, ” But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;Matt 5:44

These days we have seen Christians attacking people who tend to treat them badly.There are even some who would pray and curse those who wrongly treat them.This kind of response have been diverted into various homes.Specifically between couples.Husbands respond terribly to the wife who mistreat him, and the wife also attacks the husband who may be wrongly treating her. This is very wrong. Our actions and reactions do not proceed from how we are treated but by what the Lord says.We are born  of love and that is what must proceed from us.

THOUGHT: WE ALWAYS RESPOND TO OTHERS BY CHRIST, NOT BY OUR FLESH.

CONFESSION:I am born of Love, for my heavenly father is love. I can not hate, no matter the treatment. He that hateth his neighbour is in death, but I am alive because I love. I bless ,and I see men from God’s eyes,that is, people  are in the image and nature of God, but corrupted by sin, but must know God through my love response.

FURTHER STUDIES

1Jn 3:14 KJV “We know that we have passed from death unto life, because we love the brethren. He that loveth not his brother abideth in death.”

Act 7:60 KJV” And he kneeled down, and cried with a loud voice, Lord, lay not this sin to their charge. And when he had said this, he fell asleep.”

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