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1613 Scripture, purpose of

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Scripture has been given by God to lead people to faith and salvation. Through Scripture believers are nurtured in faith and led to spiritual maturity.

Scripture is intended to lead people to salvation

2 Timothy 3:14-15 See also Psalm 19:7-11; John 20:30-31; Romans 10:8

Scripture is intended to lead believers to maturity in faith

By its teaching

2 Timothy 3:16 See also Deuteronomy 6:6-9; Psalm 19:7-8; Psalm 119:9,130; Colossians 3:16

By its rebuke and correction

2 Timothy 3:16 See also Psalm 19:11-13; 1 Corinthians 10:11-12; Hebrews 4:12-13

By training in righteousness

2 Timothy 3:16 See also Deuteronomy 29:29

By its illumination

Psalm 119:105,130 See also 2 Peter 1:19; 1 John 2:8

By its encouragement and reassurance

Romans 15:4; 1 John 5:13 See also Psalm 19:8-9; Psalm 119:50-51,76; Hebrews 12:5-6

By its record of God's promises

1 Kings 8:56; Psalm 119:140 See also Ezekiel 12:25; Luke 24:44; 2 Corinthians 1:19-22

By its trustworthiness

1 Kings 17:24; Psalm 19:7-11; 33:04:00 See also Psalm 119:151,160; John 21:24; Revelation 21:5

Scripture is essential for spiritual growth and maturity

Psalm 1:1-3 See also Matthew 4:4; John 15:5-8; John 17:17; Ephesians 6:10-17; 2 Timothy 3:14-17