Man Wrote the Bible, Right?

2 Peter 1:16-21

As an eyewitness to the majesty of Christ, Peter wants to assure us that Christ and His message are not “cleverly devised myths” (2 Peter 1:16). The gospel is trustworthy, and therefore Peter calls us to pay close attention to the Word of God, which is like “a lamp shining in a dark place” (v19), providing truthful guidance for our hearts. The Scripture is not the product of creative human insight; it is the reliable speech of God himself speaking through men who were inspired by the Holy Spirit (v.21). 


Questions for further thought:
1. Has there ever been a time when I believed the Bible was a manmade book? Why or why not?

2. In what ways am I seeking to know God’s Word better so I can defend it and live it out in a fallen world? 


​Challenge:  I submit that we would do well to heed Peter’s words in 2 Peter 1:10 where he writes “be all the more diligent to confirm your calling and election.” What is stopping me from doing that today?