Source: JW Publications
The Bible is no ordinary book. It contains advice from
our Creator. (2 Timothy 3:16) Its message can influence us profoundly. In
fact, the Bible states: “The word of God is alive and exerts power.” (Hebrews
4:12) It has the power to improve our life in two key ways—offering guidance in
our daily life now and helping us get to know God and his
promises.—1 Timothy 4:8; James 4:8.
Improving your life now. The Bible can help with very
personal matters. It gives practical advice about the following.
▸ Relationships with others.—Ephesians 4:31, 32; 5:22,
25, 28, 33.
▸ Emotional and physical health.—Psalm 37:8; Proverbs
17:22.
▸ Moral values.—1 Corinthians 6:9, 10.
▸ Economic welfare.—Proverbs 10:4; 28:19; Ephesians
4:28.
A young couple in Asia greatly appreciated the value of
the Bible’s advice. Like many newly married couples, they struggled with
adjusting to each other’s personality and with having open communication. But
they began applying what they read in the Bible. With what result? The husband,
Vicent, says: “What I read in the Bible helped me to deal with challenges in
our marriage in a loving way. Living by the Bible has given us a happy life
together.” His wife, Annalou, agrees: “Reading examples in the Bible helped us.
I now feel happy and content with our marriage and our goals in life.”
Getting to know God. Aside from his comments about
marriage, Vicent also says: “By reading the Bible, I feel much closer to
Jehovah now than ever before.” Vicent’s observation focuses on an important
point—the Bible can help you get acquainted with God. In so doing, you will not
only benefit from his advice but also find that you can get to know him as a
friend. And you will see that he reveals details about a better future, a time
when you can enjoy “the real life”—which will last forever. (1 Timothy
6:19) That is something that no other book can offer.
If you set out to read the Bible and keep at it, you too
can gain those benefits—improving your life now and getting to know God.
However, as you read the Bible, you will likely think of numerous questions.
And when you do, keep in mind the good example of an Ethiopian official who
lived 2,000 years ago. He was full of questions about the Bible. When asked if
he understood what he was reading, he replied: “Really, how could I ever do so
unless someone guided me?” He then eagerly accepted help from someone who was
already a qualified Bible teacher, Philip, an early disciple of Jesus. (Acts
8:30, 31, 34) In the same spirit, if you would like to know more about the
Bible, we invite you to submit a request online at www.jw.org or write to the
nearest address, as listed in this magazine. You may also contact Jehovah’s
Witnesses near you or visit a Kingdom Hall in your area. Why not pick up a
Bible today and let it guide you to a better life?
For more examples of the Bible’s practical advice, see JW website, jw.org. Look under BIBLE TEACHINGS > BIBLE QUESTIONS ANSWERED.
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