The Statement of Faith

WHY SHOULD I STUDY GOD’s WORD?

God’s Words are in the Bible. This is the most important subject you will ever learn. All that you study in school and life, ends with this life. What you study here, stays with you in this life and in the next, all throughout eternity.

The Bible contains the mind of God, the state of man, the way of salvation, the doom of sinners, and the happiness of believers. Its doctrines are holy, its precepts are binding, its histories are true, and its decisions are immutable. Read it to be wise, believe it to be safe, and practice it to be holy. It contains light to direct you, food to support you, and comfort to cheer you. It is the traveler’s map, the pilgrim’s staff, the pilot’s compass, the soldier’s sword and the Christian’s charter. Here too, Heaven is opened and the gates of Hell disclosed. Christ is its grand subject, our good its design, and the glory of God its end. It should fill the memory, rule the heart and guide the feet. Read it slowly, frequently and prayerfully. It is a mine of wealth, a paradise of glory, and a river of pleasure. It is given you in life, will be opened at the judgment, and be remembered forever. It involves the highest responsibility, rewards the greatest labor, and will condemn all who trifle with its sacred contents.

HOW SHOULD I STUDY? Your school textbooks change and the information keeps changing as new things come along. God’s word does not change. God’s word has been written with you and your life in mind. It will speak to you.

ު Seek to Understand : - Try to understand the Word of God. Ask God to speak to you through His Word and He will. ު Memorize It : - God’s word has no expiry. It is your guide and lamp, on your way to eternity. The more you remember, better you understand His will. Steps to memorizing God’s Word a. Start by reading the verse you want to memorize atleast 5-10 times b. Try to recall and repeat the verse you want to learn. c. Read again and check if you were correct d. Repeat the steps from step ‘a’ If you follow the above listed steps, you will develop ability to memorize easily and quickly, ު Revise It : - Regularly read and revise, what you learned, to ensure that you don’t forget them. a. Repeat at least 3 times, whenever you revise the memorised verse. b. If you systematically revise, you’ll never forget what you learned.