Delight in the Book.

Psalm 19:7 The law of the Lord is perfect, reviving the soul; the testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple; 8 the precepts of the Lord are right, rejoicing the heart; the commandment of the Lord is pure, enlightening the eyes; 9 the fear of the Lord is clean, enduring forever; the rules of the Lord are true, and righteous altogether. 10 More to be desired are they than gold, even much fine gold; sweeter also than honey and drippings of the honeycomb. 11 Moreover, by them is your servant warned; in keeping them there is great reward.

1 . God’s Word is more desirable than the best and most

things in life.

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Know the Book.

Psalm 1:1 Blessed is the man who walks not in the counsel of the wicked, nor stands in the way of sinners, nor sits in the seat of scoffers; 2 but his delight is in the law of the Lord, and on his law he meditates day and night. 3 He is like a tree planted by streams of water that yields its fruit in its season, and its leaf does not wither. In all that he does, he prospers. 4 The wicked are not so, but are like chaff that the wind drives away.

2 . The truly

person is guided by God’s Word and not by false teachings.

3 . Remember, false teachers are found inside and outside the

.

4 . Knowing the Book

is not easy or quick.

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Obey the Book.

Psalm 119:1 Blessed are those whose way is blameless, who walk in the law of the Lord! 2 Blessed are those who keep his testimonies, who seek him with their whole heart, 3 who also do no wrong, but walk in his ways! 4 You have commanded your precepts to be kept diligently. 5 Oh that my ways may be steadfast in keeping your statutes!

5 . A life of obedience is key to unlocking the

of God’s Word.

6 . We believe that the Bible, rightly understood and obeyed, will always lead to the greatest human

and good.

7 .

, we delight in, know, and obey the Word — so we can delight in, know, and obey Jesus Christ.

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Dangers of False Teaching: Rom. 16:17-18, 2 Cor. 11:13-15, Eph. 4:14, 5:6, Col. 2:8, 2 Th. 2:3, 1 Tim. 6:3-5, 20-21, 2 Tim. 3:6, 13, 4:3-4, Titus 1:10, James 1:16, 2 Peter 2:1, 1 John 2:26, 3:7, 4:1, Jude 1:4

Delighting in the Book: Psalm 119:1-176, Jer. 15:16

Knowing the Book: Matthew 4:4, Acts 17:11, 2 Tim. 2:15, 3:16-17, Heb. 4:12

Obeying the Book: Matthew 5:19, Luke 11:28, John 13:17, John 14:15

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Discussion Questions:
1. What did you learn from this teaching?
2. Are there any “books” (entertainment, social media, or news) you need to read less of? Why?
3. What is one practical step that you would like to take in order to cultivate a greater delight in the Word of God (for yourself and your family)?
4. What barriers in your life keep you from deeply knowing God’s Word?
5. Where is God calling you to obey His Word?
6. Pray that God would give you a heart to love His Word more.

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Next Week’s Message: “All Hands On Deck”