THE COMMAND TO STUDY. The Bible is very clear that the man or woman of God is committed to His Word ... to learning it and applying it. There is no option for us ... it is a command.

To be a disciple ... abide in (live in ... not just visit) the Word.

"Jesus therefore was saying to those Jews who had believed Him, 'If you abide in My word, then you are truly disciples of Mine.’” John 8:31

To be approved ... study the Word.

"Be diligent to present yourself approved to God as a workman who does not need to be ashamed, handling accurately the word of truth."                  2 Timothy 2:15

To be a good parent ... teach the Word to your children.

"You shall therefore impress these words of mine on your heart and on your soul ... and you shall teach them to your sons, talking of them when you sit in your house and when you walk along the road and when you lie down and when you rise up." Deuteronomy 11:18-19

THE BENEFITS OF STUDY. The Word is powerful and eternal. God blesses us as we study it. The accumulative benefits are overwhelming.

The Bible makes us equipped.

"All Scripture is inspired by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, for training in righteousness; that the man of God may be adequate, equipped for every good work." 2 Timothy 3:16-17

The Bible helps us not sin.

"How can a young man keep his way pure? By keeping it according to Thy word ... Thy word I have treasured in my heart, that I may not sin against Thee." Psalm 119:9, 11

The Bible gives us guidance.

"Thy word is a lamp to my feet, and a light to my path." Psalm 119:105

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