How Do Bible Principles Benefit Us?

1. Why do we need guidance?

Our Creator is wiser than we are.  As a loving Father, he cares for us. Also, he did not intend for us to be indedpendent of  him.  (Jeremiah 10:23)  So just as a small child needs the guidance of parents, we all need the guidance of God (Isaiah 48:17, 18) Bible principles provide guidance that is a gift from Good. -Read 2 Timothy 3:16. 

Jehovah's laws and principles teach us the best way of life now and show us how we can gain everlasting rewards in the future.  Since God created us, it is only right that we respond appreciatively to his guidance. -Read Psalm 19:7, 11; Revelation 4:11.

2. What are Bible principles?

Bible principles are fundamental truths.  Laws, on the other hand, may be for specific circumstances.  (Deuteronomy 22:8) We must use thinking ability to understand how a principle applies in a particular situation.  (Proverbs 2:10-12) For example, the Bible teaches that life is a gift from God.  That basic principle can guide us at work, at home, and while traveling. It leads us to take safety precautions. -Read Acts 17:28.  

Next time:  How Do Bible Principles Benefit Us? -3. Which two  principles are primary?

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