Our Owner’s Manual!
"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
Owner’s manuals have gone through phases. In the days
when tools and appliances had little more than an ON/OFF
switch, the owner’s manual consisted of verbal instructions
from a salesperson.
Then, in the digital age, when computers and software became
exponentially more complicated, thick instruction manuals were
delivered with products. Then internet came along, and printed
manuals gave way to online digital manuals and downloadable
files. However instructions are delivered, they are still needed.
The same is true for the Christian life. Instructions and guidance
are needed once “OFF” switch is moved to “ON.” And the Bible
is our manual. It contains what believers need to know to follow
Christ, glorify God, and live fruitful lives.
Second Timothy 3:16 summarizes how Scripture helps us: (1) doctrine:
what is true and what isn’t; (2) reproof: telling us in no uncertain terms
when we have missed the mark; (3) correction: guidance and
direction;
(4) instruction in righteousness: how to live in a way that glorifies God.
Owner’s manuals must be read to be profitable.
Make sure you're fine-tuning your life by consulting
God’s Manual daily.
"Never mind the scribes.
what saith the Scripture?"
Martin Luther
