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What does the Bible say about reading gods word?

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The Bible teaches that reading God’s Word is essential for knowing him, trusting Christ, growing in holiness, and being equipped for faithful service. Scripture is God-breathed and sufficient to teach, correct, train, and prepare his people for every good work (2 Timothy 3:16-17). It is a living and powerful word that exposes the heart (Hebrews 4:12), a lamp for daily guidance (Psalms 119:105), and spiritual nourishment for believers (Matthew 4:4; 1 Peter 2:2). God’s people should receive it with faith, treasure it in their hearts, and study it carefully, remembering that it was written to give endurance, encouragement, and hope (Psalms 119:11; Romans 15:4; 2 Timothy 2:15).

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  • Psalms 119:105

    Your word is a lamp to my feet, And a light for my path.

  • Hebrews 4:12

    For the word of God is living, and active, and sharper than any two-edged sword, and piercing even to the dividing of soul and spirit, of both joints and marrow, and is able to discern the thoughts and intentions of the heart.

  • 2 Timothy 3:16-17

    [16] Every writing inspired by God is profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for instruction which is in righteousness, [17] that the man of God may be complete, thoroughly equipped for every good work.

  • Romans 15:4

    For whatever things were written before were written for our learning, that through patience and through encouragement of the Scriptures we might have hope.

  • John 1:1

    In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.

  • Matthew 4:4

    But he answered, "It is written, 'Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceeds out of the mouth of God.'"

  • 1 Peter 2:2

    as newborn babes, long for the pure milk of the Word, that you may grow thereby,

  • Job 23:12

    I haven't gone back from the commandment of his lips. I have treasured up the words of his mouth more than my necessary food.

  • Psalms 119:11

    I have hidden your word in my heart, That I might not sin against you.

  • 2 Timothy 2:15

    Give diligence to present yourself approved by God, a workman who doesn't need to be ashamed, properly handling the Word of Truth.

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