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Grace Bible Church Glorifying God by Making Disciples of Jesus Christ

Explore why the Bible is believed to be revelation from God, verified by nature and history, answering life's philosophical questions. Discover the divine qualities in God's word and its transformative impact on believers.

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Grace Bible Church Glorifying God by Making Disciples of Jesus Christ

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  1. Grace Bible ChurchGlorifying God by Making Disciples of Jesus Christ

  2. The Foundation of TruthPsalm 19 Why We Believe the Bible It claims to be revelation from God Verified by observations in nature Verified by historical accuracy Integrity of authors to write the truth Fulfilled prophecy – 100% accurate

  3. The Foundation of TruthPsalm 19 Why We Believe the Bible Man could not / would not write it unsurpassed in subjects treated, quality & variety of literature & realistic treatment of man Unified in purpose, theme and factual harmony though written by 40 authors over 1500 years.

  4. The Foundation of TruthPsalm 19 Why We Believe the Bible It answers all major philosophical ?’s The most read of all books The most translated book The most influential book ever The best preserved book from antiquity

  5. The Foundation of TruthPsalm 19 Why We Believe the Bible We can accurately determine what God gave to the prophets & apostles God does not lie (Num. 23:19) & Jesus said, “Thy word is truth”(John 17:17) & that it would not pass away (Matt. 5:18) We have God’s word. It is true. We can believe it.

  6. Psalm 19 Verses 1-6: Creation reveals God’s glory and handiwork Verses 7-11: The Scriptures reveal God’s plans & blessings for us Verses 12-14: The Effect of God’s Word on David

  7. Psalm 19:7-11The Hexapla Six Descriptive titles Six Characteristics Six Divine effects or qualities Concluding with the supreme value of the Scriptures

  8. Psalm 19:7-11 - The Hexapla TitleCharacteristicQuality/Effect Law of the LORD is perfectconverting the soul Testimony of the LORD is suremaking wise the Simple . Statutes of the LORD are rightrejoicing the heart Commandments of the LORD are pureenlightening the eyes . Fear of the LORD is cleanenduring forever Judgments of the LORD are truethey are righteous

  9. The Law of the Lord – Vs. 7a Law = Torah: a set of regulations made of statutes, ordinances, precepts, commandments and testimonies It points to the path God wants you to walk The law is perfect: complete, whole, literally "all sided.“ Do not add to or subtract from it

  10. The Law of the Lord – Vs. 7a The Law converts / restores the soul Repentance - (Joshua 24:23, Jeremiah 4:4,14 and Hosea 10:12) A beneficial reviving effect that permeates the very life and soul It speaks to both the saved & the lost

  11. The Testimony of the Lord – Vs. 7b Testimony = “to bear witness” It is sure – absolutely certain Hebrews 6:13 It makes the simple wise Simple = open, not foolish. Ignorance is removed by instruction Contrast with Fools – Prov.17:28

  12. The Statues of the Lord – Vs. 8a Statutes / Precepts = general principles of law They are right: moral, fitting, proper – mapping out a course for man to live by They cause the heart to rejoice

  13. The Commandments of the Lord – Vs. 8b Commandments = the specifics of obeying the principles of law They are pure: without defilement They enlighten the eyes Increasing spiritual perception Give freshness & joy to the appearance of the eyes

  14. The Fear of the Lord - Vs. 9a Fear = the wholesome reverence for the will of God – see Proverbs 1:7; 14:27 It is clean – as in a purified metal, all dross is removed It endures forever, its value never diminishes Unbelievers may not fear God until they are in Hell. Then it is forever

  15. The Judgements of the Lord - Vs. 9b Judgement = Deciding between right & wrong and pronouncing guilt or innocence True – God’s verdicts are utterly dependable – cf. Rev. 20:12; Gal. 6:7 Righteous altogether - They are correct, holy – no claim of injustice can be laid against God

  16. The Effect of the Word of God - Vs. 10-11 Mark 8:36 Honey was the sweetest, most pleasant food available to them Psalm 119:9-11 David’s heart was after God – 1 Sam. 13

  17. David’s Response - Vs. 12-14 God reveals man’s errors - Jer. 17:9,10 David seeks pardon for his sins – vs. 12 David seeks to be kept from sin – vs. 13 Presumptuous sins = willful sins resulting in being cut off – Num. 15:30 David wants a continuing right relationship with God – vs. 14

  18. Conclusions The Scriptures will have the same effect on us if we know what it says, believe it, and commit ourselves to follow it. Do not let emotions or your own foolish desires disrupt your obedience to God’s word. Either bend your will to God’s, or quit claiming to be His follower.

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