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Committed To The

Discover the significance of truth as outlined in the Bible, examining key scriptures like John 17:17 and 2 Timothy 3:16-17. Explore Barna's research on the beliefs of Christians regarding the Bible's accuracy and moral absolutes. This study highlights the necessity of embracing and teaching biblical truths that sanctify, purify, and save. Committing ourselves to learning, teaching, and living these truths impacts not only our lives but also influences those around us, including our children, neighbors, and fellow believers.

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Committed To The

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  1. Committed To The Truth

  2. What is truth? John 18:38 “Sanctify them in the truth; Your word is truth.” Jesus, John 17:17 “The sum of Your word is truth, and every one of Your righteous ordinances is everlasting.” Psalm 119:160

  3. According to Barna.org: • 86% of “born again Christians” believe the Bible is totally accurate but… • only 47% read it from week to week • 57% believe Satan is not real • 41% believe Jesus sinned • only 32% believe in moral absolutes • Many believe that abortion, homosexuality, pornography, drunkenness … are morally acceptable & that moral decisions are based on “whatever feels right or comfortable.”

  4. “All Scripture is inspired by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, for training in righteousness; so that the man of God may be adequate, equipped for every good work.”2 Tim 3:16-17

  5. Is the Bible truth?Consider the evidence… See the video at eastsidebaytown.org

  6. “Be diligent (study – KJV) to present yourself approved to God as a workman who does not need to be ashamed, accurately handling the word of truth.” 2 Tim 2:15

  7. The Importance of Truth • It frees us – John 8:31-32 • It sanctifies us – John 17:17 • It purifies us – 1 Pet 1:22 • It saves us – 1 Rom 1:16 • It will judge us – John 12:48

  8. Matt 5:6 1 Pet 2:2 Commit Yourself to Learning It “grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior…” 2 Pet 3:18

  9. 2 Tim 2:2 Acts 8:3-5 Commit Yourself To Teaching It

  10. Commit Yourself To Living It Rom12:1-2 Who needs to see it? *Your children - Eph 6:4 *Your neighbors – Matt 5:16 *Your brethren – 1 Tim 4:12-16 *Your God – Heb 4:12-13

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