2 Timothy 3:16-17
The Bible accurately communicates the message of
God and can be trusted.
Introduction:
These verses are foundational for understanding the doctrine of Scripture—that it’s
God-breathed, inspired by God, and sufficient for all matters pertaining to the
Christian life.
Starting Out:
What’s your favorite Bible story, and why do you think that story is in the Bible?
Following up:
Were you able to lovingly help any of your oikos see how much God loves them this
week?
2 Timothy 3: 16-17
1. How did God “breath” scripture, and is that the same as “inspiring” scripture?
2. What do we lose if the Bible is not inspired or breathed by God?
3. How is the Bible profitable?
4. Are reproof and correction the same thing?
5. How do we train in righteousness?
6. Who is “the man of God”? Does that include every Christian?
7. How can God’s Word make us complete?
8. What does Paul mean by “every good work”?
Taking It Home:
9. Does knowing that the Bible is God’s personal revelation of Himself to us make
you want to understand it better?
10. What can we do to remind ourselves to obey God’s word?
11. What do you love most about the Bible and why?
12. When was the last time you memorized a scripture verse?
Emphasis on Oikos:
13. How can you help the people in your Oikos better understand that the Bible is
not a rule book filled with myths, but God’s personal love letter to them?
Other Scriptures to engage with this week:
Proverbs 21:1-31 • Luke 8:22-56 • John 1:43-51 • Matthew 5:13-20
1 Timothy 5:1-25 • 2 Peter 3:14-18