Introduction

• John 14:7-15

God spoke in a way that we could understand

• I Corinthians 2:6-13
• II Peter 1:13-15; 3:1
• John 20:30-31 – The written word is powerful and can cause readers to believe.
• Ephesians 3:4-6
• All these men thought the word of God could be understood!

We can still miss the meaning if we’re not careful.

• Luke 9:22, 43-45 – Jesus spoke plainly more than once, but they failed to understand it.
• I Corinthians 2:14; 1:22-24 – It’s possible I am not spiritually-minded enough to understand.
• Therefore, we must be objective and open-minded.

God views His message as an extension of Himself.

• Luke 6:46-49 – Hear God’s word and act on it.
• Numbers 20:6-11
• Habakkuk 2:18-20 – God is on His throne. We need to be quiet and listen to Him.
• Therefore, we must respect His message!
  • Acts 7:51-53

God’s word is the most important truth we have!

• Hebrews 1:1-2; 2:1-4 – How will we escape God’s judgment if we reject this message?