3. Survey by Self-Described Christians - Barna Research Group 22 % God is not the “all- powerful, all-knowing Creator of the universe who rules the world today.” 40% Believe Satan is not a real being 22% Said Jesus sinned while on earth Only 58% agreed that the Holy Spirit is a living force. Only 64% believe that people can be under the influence of spiritual forces such as demons or evil spirits (like the stories told in the Bible.) Only 59% Said their Christian faith had greatly transformed their lives Only 61% agreed strongly that a person must either side with God or the devil 40% felt that Mormons were Christians Only 55% believe the Bible is accurate in its teachings Only 19% strongly agreed that the Bible was superior to other books considered holy such as the Koran and the Book of Mormon 90 percent claimed they desired to please and honor Jesus in all they do, only 19 percent personally read the Bible every day.

4. Bible Study builds faith. (Romans 10:17) So then faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of God. (NKJV)

5. Bible Study builds faith. (John 20:30-31) And truly Jesus did many other signs in the presence of His disciples, which are not written in this book; but these are written that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that believing you may have life in His name. (NKJV)

6. Bible Study builds faith.

7. God’s true children are interested in His word and understanding it. John 8:47 “He who is of God hears God's words; therefore you do not hear, because you are not of God.”

8. The Bible is a safe guide through life. (Psalms 119:89 NKJV) Forever, O LORD, Your word is settled in heaven.

9. Bible study is the foundation of the change that must occur in the life of a Christian. (Psalms 19:7a) The law of the LORD is perfect, converting the soul…

10. Bible study is the foundation of the change that must occur in the life of a Christian. (Psalms 19:7b) …The testimony of the LORD is sure, making wise the simple; (NKJV)

11. Bible study is the foundation of the change that must occur in the life of a Christian. (Psalm 19:8) The statutes of the LORD are right, rejoicing the heart; The commandment of the LORD is pure, enlightening the eyes

12. Bible study is the foundation of the change that must occur in the life of a Christian. (Psalm 19:9) The fear of the LORD is clean, enduring forever;

13. Bible study is the foundation of the change that must occur in the life of a Christian. (Psalm 19:9b-14) The judgments of the LORD are true and righteous altogether. More to be desired are they than gold, Yea, than much fine gold; Sweeter also than honey and the honeycomb. Moreover by them Your servant is warned, And in keeping them there is great reward. Who can understand his errors? Cleanse me from secret faults. Keep back Your servant also from presumptuous sins; Let them not have dominion over me. Then I shall be blameless, And I shall be innocent of great transgression. Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart Be acceptable in Your sight, O LORD, my strength and my Redeemer. (Psalms 19:7-14 NKJV)

14. Lack of Bible study can cost us our souls. (Revelation 22:18-19) For I testify to everyone who hears the words of the prophecy of this book: If anyone adds to these things, God will add to him the plagues that are written in this book; and if anyone takes away from the words of the book of this prophecy, God shall take away his part from the Book of Life, from the holy city, and from the things which are written in this book. (NKJV)

15. Lack of Bible study can cost us our souls. (John 8:51 NKJV) “Most assuredly, I say to you, if anyone keeps My word he shall never see death.”