Essentials Part1 – People of the Book

Essentials Part 1 – People of the Book MESSAGE SUMMARY: In this powerful message, we're reminded of the profound importance of Scripture in our lives as believers. The central theme revolves around 2 Timothy 3:16, emphasizing that all Scripture is God-breathed and useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting, and training in righteousness. We're challenged to consider our relationship with the Bible - is it merely a collection of religious writings, or do we view it as sacred, authoritative, and life-changing? The message encourages us to see the Bible as more than just a book, but as the living Word of God that can transform our lives. We're urged to not only read and study Scripture but to apply it daily, allowing it to shape our decisions, actions, and character. This overview reminds us that as 'people of the book,' we have a responsibility to engage deeply with God's Word, not just hearing it, but becoming doers who act on its truths. In a world bombarding us with messages, how are we counteracting this with the life-giving words of Scripture?   TODAY’S PRAYER: Lord, Sabbath rest is truly an unbelievable gift! Thank you that there is nothing I can do to earn your love; it comes without any strings attached. As I close my eyes for these few minutes before you, all I can say is, thank you! In Jesus’ name, amen. Scazzero, Peter. Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Day by Day (p. 133). Zondervan. Kindle Edition. TODAY’S AFFIRMATION: Today, I affirm that because of what God has done for me in His Son, Jesus, I AM FILLED WITH THE HOLY SPIRIT. If you then, though you are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father in heaven give the Holy Spirit to those who ask him! Luke 11:13 SCRIPTURE REFERENCE (ESV): 2 Timothy 3:16-17; Revelation 3:20; John 1:12; Colossians 1:15; Matthew 5:17-19 A WORD FROM THE LORD WEBSITE: www.AWFTL.org. WEBSITE LINK TO DR. BEACH’S DAILY DEVOTIONAL – “Jesus Followers’ Righteousness Will Flow, with the Indwelling of the Holy Spirit, from Their Heart Through Their Personal Relationship with Jesus”: https://awordfromthelord.org/devotional/ DONATE TO AWFTL: https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0Ui000000DglsqEAB