STUDY THE WHOLE BIBLE LESSON
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How many books are in the Protestant Bible? 66
What are the two main divisions of the Bible called? OT and NT
Approximately how many years did it take for the Bible to be written? 1500 years
Who is traditionally considered the author of the first five books of the Bible (the Pentateuch)? Moses
What three original languages was the Bible written in? Hebrew Aramaic and Greek
Which books were written in Aramaic ? Daniel and Ezra
What writing material was commonly used in ancient biblical times? Papyrus
What is the oldest complete manuscript of the Old Testament that exists today? The Leningrad Codex (1000ad)
Which two apostles wrote the most books of the New Testament? Paul and John
Who are the top for authors of the psalms?
David - He is credited with writing 73 psalms, more than any other single author.
Asaph - A musician and leader of the temple worship, Asaph wrote 12 psalms (Psalms 50, 73-83).
The Sons of Korah - This group of Levite temple assistants wrote 11 psalms (Psalms 42, 44-49, 84-85, 87-88).
Solomon - The wise king Solomon wrote 2 psalms (Psalms 72 and 127).
Introduction (2 minutes)
The Bible is the inspired Word of God, given to us as a guide for our lives and a revelation of who God is. It is not just a collection of stories or teachings, but a cohesive narrative that reveals God's plan for humanity from beginning to end.
As such, it is crucial that we study and know the whole Bible, rather than just picking and choosing verses or passages that appeal to us.
We are starting a 7 week series through the old testament called God’s Grand story but before we jump into it I thought it would be good for us to refresh our hearts on why we need to study all of the bible not just a few selections.
So tonight I want us to just consider a few verses that speak about the Bible as a hole.
The Bible is God's Word
The Bible is God's Word
The Bible claims to be the very words of God, breathed out by Him and recorded by human authors under the inspiration of the Holy Spirit.
As such, it carries divine authority and should be studied with reverence and care.
16 All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness, 17 that the man of God may be complete, equipped for every good work.
The Bible is a unified whole
The Bible is a unified whole
While the Bible was written over a period of around 1,500 years by many different authors, it tells one unified story – the story of God's plan to redeem humanity through His Son, Jesus Christ. The Old Testament lays the foundation and points forward to the coming of the Messiah, while the New Testament records the fulfillment of those promises in the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus.
27 And beginning with Moses and all the Prophets, he interpreted to them in all the Scriptures the things concerning himself.
The Bible interprets itself
The Bible interprets itself
One of the keys to properly understanding the Bible is to let it interpret itself – to compare Scripture with Scripture and let the clear passages shed light on the more difficult or obscure ones. This requires knowing and studying the whole Bible, not just cherry-picking favorite verses or passages.
20 knowing this first of all, that no prophecy of Scripture comes from someone’s own interpretation. 21 For no prophecy was ever produced by the will of man, but men spoke from God as they were carried along by the Holy Spirit.
The Bible equips us for life
The Bible equips us for life
The Bible is not just a book of ancient history or religious teachings – it is a practical guide for living a life that honors God and brings blessing to ourselves and others. By studying the whole Bible, we gain wisdom, discernment, and guidance for every area of our lives.
16 All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness, 17 that the man of God may be complete, equipped for every good work.
105 Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.
The Bible transforms us
The Bible transforms us
Beyond just giving us practical guidance, the Bible has the power to transform our lives from the inside out. As we read, study, and meditate on God's Word, it shapes our thoughts, attitudes, and actions, conforming us more and more to the image of Christ.
12 For the word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and of spirit, of joints and of marrow, and discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart.
2 Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.
Conclusion
Conclusion
In summary, studying and knowing the whole Bible is crucial because it is God's authoritative Word, it tells one unified story of redemption, it interprets itself, it equips us for life, and it has the power to transform us from the inside out. May we be like the noble Bereans in
Acts 17:11, who "received the message with great eagerness and examined the Scriptures every day to see if what Paul said was true."
11 Now these Jews were more noble than those in Thessalonica; they received the word with all eagerness, examining the Scriptures daily to see if these things were so.
Let us commit to being diligent students of God's Word, discovering its treasures and allowing it to shape every aspect of our lives.