Good Morning. In John 5:39 we are reminded of the important of searching the scriptures so that we can gain a better understanding of the nature of Christ and the plan of redemption. Jesus said, “Search the scriptures; for in them ye think ye have eternal life: and they are they which testify of me.” The Strong’s Concordance defines the Greek word for “Search” as “to examine into”. This suggest that we must take time to “look at the scriptures closely and careafully in order to learnb more about Jesus”. Matthew Henry in his commentary on this text said, “All those who would find Christ must search the scriptures; not only read them, and hear them, but search them, which denotes, 1. Diligence in seeking, labour, and study, and close application of mind. 2. Desire and design of finding. We must aim at some spiritual benefit and advantage in reading and studying the scripture, and often ask, What am I now searching for? We must search as for hidden treasures (Prov. 2:4), as those that sink for gold or silver, or that dive for pearl, Job 28:1-11. This ennobled the Bereans, Acts 17:11. We must search the scriptures for heaven as our great end: For in them you think you have eternal life. The scripture assures us of an eternal state set before us, and offers to us an eternal life in that state: it contains the chart that describes it, the charter that conveys it, the direction in the way that leads to it, and the foundation upon which the hope of it is built; and this is worth searching for where we are sure to find it.” I pray that we will continue to search the scripture each day so that we can find the treasures that are therein. Lord I want To You - https://youtube/watch?v=yM5ZUIUZCow Have a blessed and Holy Spirit-filled day.
Posted on: Tue, 13 Jan 2015 09:22:20 +0000
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