0286. 282. Doctrine of the Bible

282. Doctrine of the Bible

Bibliology

The doctrines of the Bible may be summarised under ten sections. The Bible, God, Christ, the Holy Spirit, Man, Sin, Salvation, the Church, Angels, and the Last Things.

1. What is it? The Word of God—2Ti_3:16, 2Ti_3:17.

2. Who inspired it? The Holy Spirit—2Pe_1:20, 2Pe_1:21.

3. Who were the instruments used to write it? “The prophets,” “Holy men”—1Pe_1:10, 1Pe_1:11.

4. What was the purpose of its revelation? To reveal Christ—Joh_5:39.

5. What are the two themes of its unfolding? His sufferings and glory—Luk_24:26, Luk_24:27.

6. What does it do? “Discern (criticise) the thoughts and intents of the heart” (Heb_4:12).

7. What does it impart? Life—1Pe_1:23.

By: DR. F. E. MARSH