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Growing in Grace / Lesson 18

What the Bible Actually Does in Your Life

The Bible is not just a book — it is the inspired Word of God, essential for spiritual growth. Scripture reveals God's character, transforms and renews the mind, nourishes and strengthens the soul, guards against sin, and equips every believer for every good work. To neglect God's Word is to hinder our growth; to treasure it is to flourish.

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Curriculum by Dr. Andrew T. Burggraff · Shepherds Press

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Grow in the Word.

Scripture focus

Read these passages slowly.

Psalm 19:7-11 ↗Romans 12:1-2 ↗Matthew 4:4 ↗Psalm 119:11 ↗2 Timothy 3:16-17 ↗

Put it into practice

Let the Word shape your life.

  1. Choose one verse from this lesson. What does it say the Bible does in a believer's life?
  2. Why should the Bible have greater authority in your life than your feelings or the opinions of others?
  3. When could you make time to read the Bible each day?
  4. What realistic plan can you make to read and obey God's Word this week?

Take it with you.

Lesson 18 follow-along handout

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