The Scriptures
What is the first Article of Faith?
2Timothy 3:16-17; Psalm 19:7-9; John 17:17; Hebrews 4:12
What are the 4 Scriptures for Study?
The Bible wasn't written by human wisdom alone; it was inspired by God Himself.
What is God is the Author?
Make time each day to read and reflect on God's Word.
What is Daily Devotion?
Understanding Scriptures, the Bible, as the word of God.
What does the First Article of Faith focus on?
Sanctify them in truth; your word is truth.
What does John 17:17 say?
From Genesis to Revelation, the Bible points us to Jesus Christ the Savior of the world.
How is Salvation its Goal?
Choose a verse each week to memorize and meditate on.
What does Scripture Memory mean?
Is to better understand and appreciate the foundational teachings of the Baptist Church regarding scripture.
What is the goal this lesson?
All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, thoroughly equipped for every good work.
What does 2 Timothy 3:16-17 say?
God's Word is completely trustworthy because God Himself is trustworthy.
What is Truth without Error?
Don't just read the Bible let it transform your thoughts, words, and actions.
How do we apply the Word?
It contains all we need to know about God's character, His plan for salvation, and how to live a life that honors Him.
Why the Scriptures matter?
For the word of God is alive and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow, it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart.
What does Hebrew 4:12 say?
The Bible is the ultimate standard for right and wrong, for our faith, and for how we live.
What is Supreme Authority?
Use Scripture as the lens through which you view the world, make decisions, and form beliefs.
How do you Test Everything?
We believe the Holy Bible was written by men divinely inspired, and is a perfect treasure of heavenly instruction; that it has God for its author, salvation for its end, and truth without any mixture of error for its matter; that it reveals the principles by which God will judge us ...
How does the First Article of Faith reads?
The law of the Lord is perfect, refreshing the soul. The statues of the Lord are trustworthy, making wise the simple. The precepts of the Lord are right, giving joy to the heart. The commands of the Lord are radiant, giving light to the eyes.
What does Psalm 19:7-9 say?
2 Peter 1:20-21; John 5:39; Proverbs 30:5; Isaiah 40:8
What are some Supporting Scriptures of the core principle of the First Article of Faith?
Daily Devotion; Scripture Memory; Apply the Word; Test Everything
How do you live under the authority of Scripture?