Be Thoroughly Equipped!
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
Six
hundred pounds of butter per day;
1,500 pounds of flour per day; 250,000
eggs per week; and 170,000 pounds of
fresh fruits and
vegetables.
All this food is needed for a cruise ship
carrying
3,500 passengers! Before each cruise, the ship is
loaded with all these provisions the kitchen staff
needs to keep everyone on board happy and
well-fed!
In 2 Timothy 3:17 Paul tells us that
God’s Word is
given to us so that we will be “thoroughly equipped
for every good work.” As we study Scripture, we're
equipped for whatever comes our way.
The truths and promises found in God’s Word
make their way in our heart and life, giving us
strength to persevere in trials and courage
to
stand for Christ.
Just as cruise ships load tons of food
before each departure, so we must
continually fill our mind with God’s
Word.
"It is impossible to practice
godliness
without a constant, consistent, and
balanced intake of the Word
of
God in our lives."
Jerry Bridges