The Bible

A gentle response defuses anger,
    but a sharp tongue kindles a temper-fire.                                                           Proverbs 15:1 (The Message)

The Bible is full of wisdom. Just the passage above is a good indicator that there is sound wisdom and psychological depth contributed by Bible writers over the years. Of course there are many writers, spread over centuries, translated by others, and passed on orally at times. The Bible, as we know it, is a collection of writings that can be used for the good of humankind.

The Bible is not a history book, nor is it a science book. It is a book of wisdom. The New Testament specifically, is a book about Jesus who is the culmination of the book and the plan God set forth from eternity.

The Bible should be understood in context, knowing the audience for whom it was written at the time, and the message to be conveyed to that audience. The Bible should be honored, but not worshipped. Let’s understand that the point of the Bible is to understand God and his plan.

It points us to the One to be worshipped.  

Prayer: Lord, thank you for the guidance that we can find in the Bible, Amen