Reformed Doctrine Daily Devotions

Today’s devotion comes from John 20:30-31.

“Therefore many other signs Jesus also performed in the presence of the disciples, which are not written in this book;  but these have been written so that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God;  and that believing you may have life in His name.”  John 20:30-31.

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Many use Scriptures for the purpose of practical tips on how to achieve health, wealth, and better relationships with others (like a “How to Live Your Life” manual).

Others use Scriptures for the purpose of appearance, looking religious and superior to others by the practice of reading Scriptures and attending church and Bible study (or at least to give an appearance to satisfy family and friends).

But, what does today’s Scripture state the purpose of Scriptures is?

“but these have been written so that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God;  and that believing you may have life in His name.”  Verse 31.

Article 7:  The sufficiency of the Holy Scriptures, to be the only rule of faith.

We believe that those Holy Scriptures fully contain the will of God, and that whatsoever man ought to believe, unto salvation …”  Belgic Confession. 

Q5:  What do the scriptures principally teach?

A5:  The scriptures principally teach, what man is to believe concerning God, and what duty God requires of man.  Westminster Larger Catechism.

“You search the Scriptures because you think that in them you have eternal life;  it is these that testify about Me;  and you are unwilling to come to Me so that you may have life.”  John 5:39-40.

“and that from childhood you have known the sacred writings which are able to give you the wisdom that leads to salvation through faith which is in Christ Jesus.”  2 Timothy 3:15.