Searching the Scriptures
Theme Text: Acts 17:10-15
INTRODUCTION
“Ignorance of Scripture is ignorance of Christ” St. Jerome. The scriptures contain God’s word thus
searching the scriptures is fruitful way of discovering God and knowing HIM intimately. It is worthy to
note that the scribe who demonstrated knowledge of the scriptures in Mark 12:32 was considered as one
who is not far from the kingdom of God. Indeed, there is a great reward in knowing what is contained
in the Scriptures for it is through the scriptures that we discover and shape our own identity and purpose
as heirs of HIS glorious kingdom. Knowledge of our identity and purpose as contained in the scriptures
equips for intimate walk with God and a glorious life. In today’s discussion we shall consider what
scripture entails and how we can savour the riches in it.
STUDY INSTRUCTIONS
• On reading a discussion question, please read the accompanying Scripture texts then invite
members to share their thoughts and revelations in answer to the question.
• Align members’ contribution with Scriptural references and lovingly correct mistaken ideas.
DISCUSSION QUESTIONS
1. What is Scripture? What is the composition of Scripture in their time and our time?
• 2Timothy 3:16
Roman 15:4
2. Who do we find in the scriptures?
• John 5:39
John 1:1-3, 14
3.
How did the Church of Berea approach the Word delivered to them by the Apostle?
• Acts 17:11
Joshua 1:8
• Jeremiah 15:16
Psalm 19:7-10
4. What are the importance of searching Scriptures?
• Hosea 4:6
Acts 17:11-12
• 2Timothy 2:15
2Timothy 3:14-17
5. What other lessons can we learn from today’s Bible Study?
• Share as led by the Holy Spirit.
CONCLUSION
The Church of Berea is giving to us as a model in that they will not let themselves be misled by any
preacher. They diligently searched the scriptures to know what the truth is and to confirm or disproves
what anyone comes to preach to them. Let’s search diligently the scriptures daily and we shall come to
an understanding of the mysteries contained in them.
BIBLE STUDY OUTLINE | Prepared by Teaching Ministry, CCR, Our Lady of the Holy Rosary Catholic Chaplaincy, KNUST