THE CHRISTIAN JOURNEY 5

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CHAPTER FIVE

THE BIBLE



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he bible is more than just a book, it contains more than just history, it can serve more than just a manual. What then is the bible?

The bible is an extraordinary book. In the ‘GIDEONS INTERNATIONAL New Testaments Bible’ the Gideons describe the bible as;-

v A book which contains the mind of God, the state of man, the way of salvation, the doom of sinners and the happiness of believers.

v Its doctrine is holy, its precepts are binding, and its decisions are immutable. Read it to be wise, believe it to be saved and practice it to be holy. It contains light to direct you, food to support you and comfort to cheer you.

v It is the traveler’s map, the pilgrim’s staff, the pilot’s compass, the soldier’s sword and the Christian’s chatter. Here paradise is restored, heaven opened, and the gates of hell disclosed.

v Christ is the grand subject, our good the design and the glory of God its end.

v It should fill the memory, rule the heart and guide the feet. Read it slowly, frequently and prayerfully. It5 is a mind of wealth, a paradise of glory and a river of pleasure.

v It is given to you in life, will be opened at the judgment, and be remembered for ever. It involves the highest responsibilities, will reward the greatest labor, and will condemn all who trifle with its sacred content.

Now that we know what the bible really is, it is time to proceed.

 


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