GOD’S WORD TO ALL PEOPLE

The Bible has been translated into many languages. Today, God’s Word can be read by more people than ever before; and although the words in these various translations are different, the message remains the same. God did not limit his Word to only one group of people, or for only one language group; rather, the Bible is for everyone! If God has given you the opportunity to have a Bible, share its message with others.

Some people have an entire Bible (Old and New Testament). Many others have only a New Testament or an even smaller portion of the Bible. Yet regardless of what one may have, it is important to read and study it. It is important for each “child of God” to know what God says—to fill his mind (his thoughts) with the words of his “Heavenly Father.” (1 John 3:1–3) The Bible is the word (or message) of life.

Some parts of the Bible will be easy to understand; other parts may be more difficult. But what is necessary for salvation and life can be understood by anyone willing to accept what is written. If, while you are reading the Bible, you find something that you cannot understand, be careful! If necessary, leave it for later, and study something else. (In 2 Peter 3:16, the apostle warns about the dangers of distorting the Word of God. Those who distort it do so “to their own destruction.”) Remember: The Bible is God's Word. Do not add to it or subtract from it! Do not change what it says. Accept it as it is! (See Proverbs 30:5–6; Matthew 5:19; Mark 7:5–13; Revelation 22:18–19.)

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