The unique challenges of the day are confronted by the Word of God. (3:1-9, 13)

Paul warned that

teachings would be perpetuated. (3:1-9)

Paul warned that

would get worse and worse. (3:13)

Question: What deceptions are being exposed in our world by the Word of God? How is God calling you to rise to meet the challenge of bringing truth to bear in a world of sin and error?

The Word of God fully equips us for every good work. (3:14-17)

It makes us wise unto salvation by pointing us to

. So,

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must be the focus of our study of the Scripture. (3:15)

It gives us a path of righteous conduct to follow. So, we must allow the Scripture to

the way we live. (3:16)

It brings us to a place of full

. So, we must read the Scripture not just for what we must do, but for what it is doing in us. (3:17)

Question: How is the Word of God bringing about real change in your life? What commitments will you make in 2024 to submit to its work in your life more than ever before?

Bottom Line: We must not neglect the greatest tool God has given us for an empowered life–the Word of God!