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What Does It Takes to Understand the Bible? (Part 3)

What does it take to understand the Bible? First, it takes hard work. And by that, I mean your hard work. To benefit from time in the Word . . . Human Diligence Is Essential The slothful need not bother, … Continue reading

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What Does It Take to Understand the Bible? (Part 2)

What do you need to understand the Bible? Many things come to mind: A vital and ever-growing relationship with the Father through His Son. The presence of the Holy Spirit who guides us into His truth. A hunger for divine … Continue reading

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What Does It Take to Understand the Bible? (Part 1)

I’ve been listening to a sermon entitled “The Essentials of Handling God’s Word (Part 3).” It’s vintage John MacArthur teaching – straightforward, easy to understand and saturated with Scripture. I highly recommend it. http://www.gty.org/resources/sermons/90-470/ MacArthur provides a compelling list of … Continue reading

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