Truths That Reveal Christ

The Scriptures of Jesus’ day consisted of the books of Moses, the Psalms (books of poetry) and the prophets. Today we call these books the Old Testament. Jesus said they were a testimony (witness) of Himself (John 5:39). Therefore, both Old and New Testaments tell us something about who God is, as well as His plan for each of us. Since God’s purpose never changes.
(Malachi 3:6, James 1:17), we can be confident that the Bible is relevant for us even in our day.

Actually, the prophets wrote the messages they received from God in books and letters that were divinely preserved over the centuries by the Holy Spirit. This appears to be God's favorite way to reveal Himself to humans.

Not only can we learn from their experience, but when we see how God was so merciful to them, even with their character flaws, it will give us hope in our present circumstances. (See Romans 15:4).

In all of Scripture we can learn about God, but in the life of Jesus we have the ultimate revelation of God because Jesus is God in the flesh (John 1:1,14). So when reading about Jesus we are learning what God is like (John 14:6-11).

See also Romans 8:5-8 and Galatians 5:16-18. Since sin has separated us from God, we are incapable of comprehending the things of God without His help.

The King James Version says, "Study to show thyself approved unto God." In other words, God encourages diligent Bible study. If you dig deep into the Word of God, rich veins of truth will be found. It requires earnest effort and time, but the discoveries you make will be like finding valuable treasures in a field (See Matthew 13:44).

A revolution would sweep the earth if everyone searched their Bibles for a knowledge of God and His will.

Amidst the many confusing teachings that claim to be inspired by God, there is only one source we can turn to for light and understanding—God's Word!

The Bible, both Old and New Testaments, is the written Word of God, given by divine inspiration through holy men who spoke and wrote as they were moved by the Holy Spirit. It is the only authority in man’s possession by which, with the help of the Holy Spirit, he will be able to determine the truth as it is revealed from God. In Scripture, God has revealed to us knowledge that is necessary for salvation, and teachings that will reveal God’s true character and unfold His plan for our lives.

The various prophets of the Bible will be in harmony with one another in their presentations of Bible truth. Isaiah 8:19-20.

Consider not only the context of Bible passages, but also what other Scripture verses have to say on a given topic. Look at the big picture—not just a piece of it.In Romans 3:10-18 the apostle Paul gives us an example of comparing Scripture with Scripture. He quotes eight different Bible passages to support his statement of truth.

Keep an open mind. Allow the Holy Spirit to do His work. How tragic it would be to miss an inspiring view of God just because one has allowed long-cherished views to block their vision. John 7:17.

Four world empires preceded a divided Europe. Daniel 2.

Babylon would never be re-inhabited. Isaiah 13:19-22.

Before his birth, Cyrus was prophesied by name to be the conqueror of Babylon. Isaiah 44:28 and Isaiah 45:1.

The rise of Media-Persia, Greece and Rome were accurately described. Daniel 8:20-21 and Daniel 8:9-12.

The Moabite Stone confirms the Bible story of the Moabite attacks on Israel as recorded in 2 Kings 1 and 2 Kings 3.

The Lachish Letters describe the attack of Nebuchadnezzar on Jerusalem.

The Dead Sea Scrolls date back to 150-170 B.C. and contain portions of all the books of the Old Testament with the exception of the book of Esther. This discovery in 1947 confirms the accuracy of our Bible today.

Cyrus’ Cylinder records his overthrow of Babylon and subsequent freeing of the Jews.

The Rosetta Stone was the key that unlocked the mysterious Egyptian hieroglyphics, which have helped so much in confirming biblical accuracy.