Introduction
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!
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?