Much of our present culture is biblically illiterate or ignorant. Blame it on technology, more self-help books, or just plain laziness. Most of our children's church is made up of a "Disney look-alike contest" and how much we can visually stimulate them within an hour's time.
The basics of the Bible were not meant to be kept away and locked up for only those who go to bible schools or seminaries. The riches of the depth of the glories of Christ were meant for every person who opens His Word seeking Him.
Anytime you are asked a question such as, "What do you think about the poor and what Christians should do?" or "What does it look like to give generously?" or "Should I participate in this activity?" ........ How do you answer those questions?
Is it life experience? Is it what someone else told you? Or is it based on biblical principles?
I think it is okay to answer based on life experience but then go back and think about why you think that way. Is it biblical? Look up verses that come to mind or do a word study. If it is not biblical, then why is it not? And maybe I will have to change my view on something that I have always grown up thinking was right but wasn't based on His Word.
I have been challenged in my thinking life recently and I want to challenge you to put on your "Bible eyes" all the time. Don't take them off like glasses, keep them on, because it is the way that God intends us to see Him and each other. When you give a friend or spouse advice or encouragement, is it biblical? Pray for discernment and patience because the answer may not be there immediately.
Read these verses and see the grand importance and significance of the Word:
2 Timothy 3: 15-17
"and that from childhood you have known the sacred writings which are able to give you the wisdom that leads to salvation through faith which is in Christ Jesus. All Scripture is inspired by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training for righteousness; so that the man of God may be adequate, equipped for every good work."
Hebrews 4:12
"For the word of God is living and active and sharper than any two-edged sword, and piercing as far as the division of soul and spirit, of both joints and marrow, and able to judge the thoughts and intentions of the heart."
