Bible Protector

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The following are valuable when you are studying the King James Bible and if you reach a verse or a word you need clarification on:

1. Ask the Lord to help you understand what He is saying in the verse. Then, the Holy Ghost can assist you with revelation knowledge.
2. Use the Bible's own in-built dictionary. Find another instance of that word in Scripture and see if it defines the word. I found this with the word 'buckler', it's defined in Scripture as a shield.
3. Once you know the meaning of a word that might seem 'difficult' at first, then you have not stayed unlearned in studying the Bible.

"Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth." (2 Timothy 2:15).
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Samantha, VFC www.bibleprotector.com
"Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me." (John 14:6)

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Regular study is crucial. The Bible should be read each day, in faith, because this is how it takes root in the heart. It should be committed to memory.

God honours those who apply themselves to regular study of the Bible. To help in understanding, you can seek the help of wise fellow Christians who can share knowledge and answer questions related to Bible topics. This forum is a good place to seek extra information and to find defence of Bible doctrine. When we trust the Lord and seek His help, He leads us in our learning and provides the answers.

"Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you: For every one that asketh receiveth; and he that seeketh findeth; and to him that knocketh it shall be opened." (Matthew 7:7, 8)
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Samantha, VFC www.bibleprotector.com
"Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me." (John 14:6)

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The King James Bible should be appreciated for it's unique power, beauty and purity.

Sadly, there's a viewpoint that 'going to the Greek' or various modern versions to do some study will bring out extra revelation and meanings, however the opposite is the case. It's dangerous to do this because the modern versions condradict the King James Bible and this can lead to confusion about what God has actually said. It is not God's aim to confuse the Body of Christ, so the King James Bible must be valued and used exclusively. God has graciously put His Word in one book, and it contains everything we need to walk in His perfect will.

"For God is not the author of confusion, but of peace, as in all churches of the saints." (1 Corinthians 14:33).
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Samantha, VFC www.bibleprotector.com
"Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me." (John 14:6)

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God will grant wisdom to understand the Scriptures to those who seek it in honesty. The Bible is a book which is spiritually discerned, and it is God who opens the eyes of our understanding.

"If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all men liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him." (James 1:5).

God removes the spiritual seals He has placed on the Bible for those who genuinely want to understand it, and who desire to follow it, regardless of their education, or intelligence level etc. It is the Holy Ghost who quickens the Word to the heart of an individual, so what God is looking for is a sincere desire to hear the truth.

"But the hour cometh, and now is, when the true worshippers shall worship the Father in spirit and in truth: for the Father seeketh such to worship him. God is a Spirit: and they that worship him must worship him in spirit and in truth." (John 4:23, 24).
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Samantha, VFC www.bibleprotector.com
"Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me." (John 14:6)

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"For whatsoever things were written aforetime were written for our learning, that we through patience and comfort of the scriptures might have hope." (Romans 15:4)

God intended for His Word to be a source of encouragement and comfort to us. Throughout the Bible God's faithfulness is affirmed. When you read His promises of blessing for your life, you can believe them. God's direction for us is to hope in His Word, so as we study the Word, our sense of expectancy can grow. Expect God's goodness to be manifested in your life.
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Samantha, VFC www.bibleprotector.com
"Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me." (John 14:6)

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Christ's work involves perfecting the Church. His Word is used to perfect the Body of Christ:

"That he might sanctify and cleanse it with the washing of water by the word," (Ephesians 5:26).

It's necessary to study the Word because:

• The Word of God has a cleansing power. It will wash us clean from all unrighteousness (1 John 1:7, 9).
• The Bible is also like a mirror, enabling us to identify sinful behaviours (James 1:23-25).
• It’a lamp, which illuminates the path of righteousness, and shows the dangers of diverting off the path of truth (Psalm 119:105).
• It’s a comfort and delight to our soul in the midst of a troubled world (Psalm 94:19).
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Samantha, VFC www.bibleprotector.com
"Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me." (John 14:6)

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There is nothing like the King James Bible. It is the Word of God and it is full of majesty and beauty. It reveals God's nature. The Word of God is to be loved, respected, obeyed and studied diligently and reverently.
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Samantha, VFC www.bibleprotector.com
"Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me." (John 14:6)