Notes of Faith May 20, 2025
“All” Means All
All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness.
2 Timothy 3:16
Certain parts of the Bible tend to be avoided by casual Bible readers—sections like “the begats” (the Old Testament genealogies), the “pots and pans” sections of Leviticus dealing with religious rituals in the tabernacle, certain of the minor prophets (when was the last time you read Nahum?), and apocalyptic literature like the book of Revelation. But one three-letter word invalidates all excuses for avoiding certain parts of the Bible.
And that word is “all” in 2 Timothy 3:16. There Paul says that “all” Scripture is inspired by God and is profitable for doctrine, reproof, correction, and instruction. That includes the genealogies, Leviticus, the minor prophets, and the book of Revelation—along with other portions of Scripture that tend to be among the least read. When reading unfamiliar or challenging portions of the Bible, begin by praying with the psalmist: “Open my eyes, that I may see wondrous things from Your law” (Psalm 119:18).
Consider using a year-long Bible-reading plan that takes you through the entirety of the Bible. Ask God to show you new truth from the passages with which you are most unfamiliar.
Hit-and-run Bible reading can often become hit and miss.
John Blanchard
Would anyone like to join me in Bible reading, holding each other accountable by talking about what you are reading and learning from God’s Word? This can be a short term or long term/life-long commitment with me. I look forward to connecting with many of you for the joy of the journey in Christ, with Christ!
2 Peter 1:19-21
19 So we have the prophetic word made more sure, to which you do well to pay attention as to a lamp shining in a dark place, until the day dawns and the morning star arises in your hearts. 20 But know this first of all, that no prophecy of Scripture is a matter of one's own interpretation, 21 for no prophecy was ever made by an act of human will, but men moved by the Holy Spirit spoke from G
Pastor Dale