1. The Proper Attitude Toward “Behold, how good and how pleasant it is For brethren to dwell together in unity!” (Psalms 133:1)

2. Approach it with Respect Moses approaching the burning bush –Exodus 3:1-5 “put off thy shoes, for this is holy ground” Must have great respect for the Bible –John 12:48 Must have a good attitude –Romans 8:38-39 “I know it says that…but…” –Luke 14:25-27 The Bible is a light and lamp –Psalms 119:105; 1 Thessalonians 2:13

3. Recognize it as Infallible “Infallible” – Free from error The perfect law of liberty –James 1:25; Psalms 19:7 It is for our perfection –Ephesians 4:12 Develop a love for the Word of God –Isaiah 55:8-9; Galatians 1:10

4. Accept it as All Sufficient Sufficient guide and pattern –2 Timothy 3:16-17; Titus 1:1-3 –“God Breathed” 1 Corinthians 2:9-10; 2 Peter 1:21 –Man is the liar – God is true! Romans 3:4 Cannot change that –If so, human philosophy and religious error is bound to happen

5. Determine to be Guided by it If we refuse to be guided by it – we have no place in heaven –Revelation 22:14; 2 John 1:9 “speak, for your servant hears” –1 Samuel 3:10 Purify your souls by obeying the truth –1 Peter 1:22 Guided by His Word – then united in truth

6. WE MUST Approach it with respect Recognize it as infallible Believe it to be sufficient Be willing to be guided by it

7. Baptism IS Essential For remission of sins –Acts 2:38 To save us –1 Peter 3:20-21 To put us into Christ –Galatians 3:27 To reject baptism – is to reject God! –Luke 7:30 Won’t you reverently accept the Word of God?