Turning to the Bible
Our Guide for Every Day Life
Everywhere we look, we see evidence of a broken world. Crime, greed, lust, violence, and selfish decision-making seem to dominate the headlines. People are ruining their lives because they lean on their own understanding or, even worse, follow the wisdom of the world. Society tells them to do what "feels right" or to follow their heart, but the Bible warns against this:
“There is a way that seems right to a man, but its end is the way of death.” — Proverbs 14:12 (NKJV)
The world preaches that truth is subjective, that everyone can define their own morality. But without an objective standard, there is no accountability, no moral compass. As a result, people chase fulfillment through broken relationships, substance abuse, power, wealth, and lust—yet none of these ever satisfy.
Instead of seeking the world's answers, why not turn to God’s Word? Have you ever heard anyone say, "The Bible ruined my life"? No! Because the Bible is God's roadmap to a life of purpose, wisdom, and hope.
The Bible: Our Guide to a Successful Life
A great acronym for the Bible is:
📖 Basic Instructions Before Leaving Earth
God has given us His Word as a guide for life. If we truly want to live successfully, we must return to it and commit our lives to it. Consider what Psalm 119:105 tells us:
“Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.” — Psalm 119:105 (NKJV)
God's Word directs us away from destruction and toward righteousness. It teaches us how to live, love, and walk in truth.
God’s Word is Not Burdensome—It Brings Life
Some fear that obeying the Bible means giving up freedom, but the opposite is true. God's commandments are not burdensome; they bring life and peace:
“For this is the love of God, that we keep His commandments. And His commandments are not burdensome.” — 1 John 5:3 (NKJV)
Jesus Himself reassured us that following Him leads to true rest and peace:
💡 “Come to Me, all you who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For My yoke is easy and My burden is light.” — Matthew 11:28-30 (NKJV)
The Bible is Our Spiritual GPS
In life, we use GPS to guide us to our destination. The Bible is our God’s Plan of Salvation—our spiritual GPS. It corrects us when we go astray and keeps us on the right path:
“All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, thoroughly equipped for every good work.” — 2 Timothy 3:16-17 (NKJV)
If we ignore God's guidance, we risk being lost in the confusion of this world. But if we trust His Word, we will find truth, direction, and lasting joy.
Will You Commit to Following God’s Word?
The world will always try to pull us in the wrong direction, telling us to trust our own desires. But we must remember:
“The heart is deceitful above all things, and desperately wicked; who can know it?” — Jeremiah 17:9 (NKJV)
Instead of following the world, let us trust in God’s wisdom:
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths.” — Proverbs 3:5-6 (NKJV)
If we want a life filled with purpose, peace, and hope, we must turn to the Bible. It has never failed, and it never will. Are you willing to commit to following God’s instructions?