1. Why study the Bible?

2. A. It is important that we know Bible doctrine
1. God is the Author of the Bible
2 Tim. 3:16
Old Testament 39 Books
New Testament 27 Books
40 human recorders
Over 1,500 years

3. 2. God is the subject of the Bible
We can know God only through His Word

4. B. God say it is very important that we know the Bible
2 Tim. 3:14-15
2 Tim. 2:15
1 Tim. 4:15
1 Tim. 4:13
1 Tim. 4:16
Jer. 15:16

5. C. Bible doctrines clarify for us what we believe and why
It is important to be able to give a reason for what we believe.

6. It is important that we know what not to believe
I John 4:1-6

7. E. It is important so you can tell someone else about Jesus
John 3:16
The Romans Road Map to Salvation