The Certainty of God's Word

Do you believe that the Bible is the Word of God? Throughout the ages, many have tried to undermine, discredit, and disprove the certainty of God’s Word. 2 Peter 1:16-21 addresses the truth that the Bible is God’s Word.

1. God’s Word is confirmed by credible eyewitnesses. (2 Peter 1:16-18)
• The message about Christ is not a myth or fairy tale.
• The message about Christ is validated by the apostles. (Matthew 16:28-17:8)
- Eyewitnesses of Christ’s majesty
- Witnesses of God’s endorsement of Christ

2. God’s Word came directly from God. (2 Peter 1:19-21)
• God’s Word is even more reliable than personal experience. (2 Peter 1:19a)
• God’s Word did not come from man.
- It didn’t originate from man’s interpretation or views. (2 Peter 1:20)
- It didn’t originate from man’s will or efforts. (2 Peter 1:21a)

3. God’s Word came directly from the Holy Spirit of God. (2 Peter 1:21b; 2 Timothy 3:16-17)

4. Pay attention to and live according to God’s Word. (2 Peter 1:19b)

Let the Word of God be enough! Let the Word of God stand.