Passion for the Word
1 Corinthians 2:10-15
Introduction
- Importance of understanding the character and value of God's Word
The Character of God's Word
- God's Word as the seed of new birth (1 Peter 1:21, James 1:18)
- Value and sweetness of God's Word (Psalm 19)
- Source of growth and correction (1 Peter 2:2, Proverbs 4:22)
- Guidance (Psalm 119:105)
- Cleansing (Ephesians 4:24)
- Judgment and discernment (Jeremiah 23:29, Hebrews 4:12)
The Value of God's Word
- God's Word changes lives, thoughts, and destinies
- Examples of the transformative power of God's Word
A Passion for God's Word
- Personal testimony of how God's Word has influenced the speaker
- Encouragement to develop a passion for the Word
The Source of Wisdom
- Transition from discussing the tongue to discussing wisdom (James 3)
- Wisdom from above vs. earthly, natural, demonic wisdom
- Characteristics of heavenly wisdom
The Origin and Impact of the Scriptures
- Origin of the Scriptures gives them their character and value
- The Scriptures' role in changing lives
The Process of Revelation, Inspiration, and Illumination
- Revelation: God making known what would otherwise be unknown
- Defined and supported by Scripture (1 Corinthians 2:10-11)
- Inspiration: God guiding human authors to record His message
- Defined and supported by Scripture (1 Corinthians 2:12-13, 2 Timothy 3:16, 2 Peter 1:20-21)
- Illumination: The Holy Spirit helping believers understand the Scriptures
- Defined and supported by Scripture (1 Corinthians 2:14-15)
The Response to God's Word
- Importance of being led by the Spirit
- Challenge to evaluate what influences us daily
- Encouragement to let God's Word and Spirit change us
Conclusion
- Reflection on the infinite and holy nature of God
- Warning against modern misrepresentations of God
- Prayer for a deeper passion for God's Word and its transformative power
*The above summary is AI-generated, so discrepancies may exist. Please refer to the audio or video file to verify accuracy.
About the Contributors
Mark L. Bailey
Dr. Bailey assumed the role of DTS Chancellor after serving for 19 years as the Seminary’s fifth President, and continues his role as Sr. Professor in the Bible Exposition department. In addition to his years at Dallas Theological Seminary, he has pastored various churches in Arizona and Texas. He was a seminar instructor for Walk Thru the Bible Ministries for twenty years and is in demand for Bible conferences and other preaching engagements all over the country and world. His overseas ministries have included Venezuela, Argentina, Hungary, and China. He is also a regular tour leader in Israel, Jordan, Egypt, Turkey, Greece, and Rome. His board service includes Bible Study Fellowship, Walk Thru the Bible Ministries, and Word of Life.
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