You therefore, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus. The things which you have heard from me in the presence of many witnesses, entrust these to faithful men who will be able to teach others also.
(2 Timothy 2:1-2, NASB)
We learn so that we can teach and encourage others. God inspired the pens of men to leave us a rich and wonderful book of lessons and stories and examples of godly men and women. As we read the Bible, we learn more of who God is and what He expects of us.
We learn of His grace and mercy and love. We learn of His righteousness and justice. We learn of His plan of salvation.
And as we learn, we internalize and become more like Christ.
Then we can share God’s truths with others. We can help them know God and His plan for their lives. You don’t have to be a Bible scholar to tell people that God loves with an everlasting love (Jer. 31:3); that He is their Shepherd and Protector (Ps. 23); that He will never leave them or forsake them (Heb. 13:5); that He never changes (Heb. 13:8); that He is greater than any enemy or threat (1 John 4:4).
The Bible and its truths will change lives. If it’s changed yours, then teach it to others. It’ll change their lives as well.
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