Owner’s Manual / David Jeremiah

 

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 a 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, the Internet came along, and printed manuals gave way to online digital manuals and downloadable files. However instructions are delivered, they are still needed.

Recommended Reading: Psalm 119: 105

The same is true for the Christian life—instructions and guidance are needed once the “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 the 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; and (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 are fine-tuning your life by consulting God’s Manual daily. Never mind the scribes—what saith the Scripture? Martin Luther