In our past studies we have been looking at the great things that are taught in the Bible, God's Word. By learning the Scriptures we have seen how much they can help us. We have been using the Bible rather than learning about the Bible itself.

This study will bring out some of the good things that the Bible says about itself and how it affects us. This way we can grow in our trust and appreciation for the Scriptures.

1. No one ever spoke as Jesus did. What did Peter say about the words of Jesus that makes them so important? John 6:68

2. When we go through the Scripture we find that they all point to someone. Who did Jesus say that the Scriptures talk about? John 5:39

3. Look at Hebrews 4:12. How is the Word of God described?

What can it do in our hearts?

4. What has given us a new birth? 1 Peter 1:23-25

How long will it endure?

5. A very important passage about the Scriptures is 2 Timothy 3:15-17.

What are the Scriptures able to do? (vs. 15)

Where do they come from?

Name some things the Scriptures are good to use for.

6. Now that we have seen some different aspects of God's Word, lets look at the good actions it can have in us. What can the Word do for us? Acts 20:32

7. Write out reasons why the Scriptures were written for us. Romans 15:4

8. We all know that man needs physical food (bread) to survive physically. What is the other food Jesus said we need to live spiritually? Matthew 4:4

9. There were some special people in Berea. Besides receiving the Word, what else did they do that made them special? Acts 17:11

10. What should we let the Word do in us? Colossians 3:16

How will this be evident in our lives? Colossians 3:16

11. Turn to James 1:22-25. What are we doing if we only hear the Word and do not do it? (vs. 22)

12. What must we do to truly be a disciple of Jesus? John 8:31

What benefits will this bring to us? John 8:32