Question 12: Approaching the Bible

READ:Psalm 119:97-105

LISTEN:Psalm 119

Question: How should we approach the Bible?
Answer: We should approach the Bible as the final authority for faith and life and submit to its teachings.

Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path. Psalm 119:105

The psalmist captures the essential role of Scripture in guiding God’s people. This metaphor of light illuminating a path was deeply meaningful to the original audience. They knew the dangers of traveling dark roads at night. Without God’s Word lighting their life, they would stumble in darkness. The psalm expresses complete dependence on Scripture for direction, viewing it not as optional advice but as essential guidance for life’s journey. This reflects the heart of someone who has come to know God through his Word and made God’s Word their ultimate authority.

Today, we face countless voices competing for authority in our lives—culture, media, friends and our own desires. Like a light in the darkness, Scripture cuts through confusion to show us God and his truth. When we discover our thoughts or behaviors conflict with what God has said, we’re called to submit to his voice above all others. This isn’t blind compliance; it’s trust that our Creator knows what’s best for us. Making the Bible our authority means reading it regularly, seeking to understand it and intentionally aligning our lives with its teachings.

TODAY: Choose a specific area where you need God’s guidance. Read his Word seeking direction, asking his Spirit to illuminate its truth for your situation. Submit any thoughts or actions that don’t align with Scripture to God’s authority. Thank him for providing clear guidance through his Word. Consider memorizing Psalm 119:105 as a reminder of Scripture’s role in guiding your life.