A Message We Need to Hear
by: Travis Arrant
Many today wander aimlessly looking for the meaning and purpose of life. They search and search and find no answers. The result is frustration and despair. The message everyone needs to hear is God created us, loves us, and sent His Son Jesus to save us! The gospel of Jesus is the good news to a sin sick, evil world.
But how do we know what to do? How do we learn about God? Who or what is the truth in these matters of vital importance? The Bible is our answer! The Bible is the literal words of God penned by men as they were guided by the Holy Spirit (2 Timothy 3:16,17; 2 Peter 1:20,21). The Bible is to be our sole authority in religious matters.
Jesus said, “It is written, man shall not live by bread alone but by every word that proceeds from the mouth of God” (Matthew 4:4). Peter writes, “But the word of the Lord endures forever. And this is the word which by the gospel is preached to you” (1 Peter 1:25). The apostle John writes, “Whoever transgresses and does not abide in the doctrine of Christ does not have God. He who abides in the doctrine of Christ has both the Father and the Son. If anyone comes to you and does not bring this doctrine, do not receive him into your house nor greet him” (2 John 9,10).
Most Americans profess faith in God, Jesus, and the Bible, but deviate from the Bible as sole authority and add the doctrines and commandments of men. We are not to add to or take away from the Word (Deuteronomy 4:2; Proverbs 30:6; Revelation 22:18,19). Let us stand firm in our resolve to be faithful to God’s word. May our lights shine bright as we speak the truth in love!
Stay true to the Word,
Brother Travis