What does Ellen White write about...
Adventistische Schriften über: "The authority and function of the Bible are clearly explained on its pages. Read 2 Timothy 3:15–17 and write down the verses. Note what these verses tell you about the function of the Bible."
Answer
The Holy Scripture is given through God's inspiration and serves as a comprehensive teaching and life book. Its central function is to lead people to instruction, reproof, correction, and training in righteousness.
Through the study of the Bible, a person becomes "wise for salvation" and is prepared to lead a perfect Christian life that is rich in good works. It represents the infallible Word of God, which shapes character and reveals God's will for every area of life.
The Function and Inspiration of the Scripture
»And since you have known the holy Scriptures from childhood, which can make you wise for salvation through the faith that is in Christ Jesus. All Scripture is inspired by God and useful for teaching, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, equipped for every good work.«
»In His Word God has entrusted humanity with the knowledge necessary for salvation. The Holy Scripture is to be received as an authoritative, infallible revelation of His will. It is the standard of character, the revealer of teachings, and the test stone of experience. "All Scripture that is inspired by God is also useful for teaching, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness; that the man of God may be complete, fully equipped for every good work.«
»The Word of God is like a treasure chest that contains everything essential to perfect the man of God. ... Something of earthly character could be better postponed than this exceedingly important study that is to make us wise for eternal life.«
»The Bible is the standard by which the claims of all who profess sanctification are to be examined. ... The Bible will be for them "useful for teaching, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: that the man of God may be complete, equipped for every good work.«
»The Bible is the great textbook for the students in our schools. It teaches the entire will of God regarding the sons and daughters of Adam. It is the rule of life that teaches us what character we must develop for future life. ... In the Bible every duty is made clear.«
»In the Bible we have God's infallible counsel. Its teachings, practically applied, will make people suitable for every responsible task. It is the voice of God that speaks to the soul each day.«
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Hello, I am Stephan Krol. I started this Ellen White website to make the writings of Ellen G. White and the Adventist pioneers easier to access for everyone.
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