The Bible is outdated. It is so hard to understand. I have heard all the excuses for not reading the Bible. And yes, they are excuses. Anything worth doing is hard to do. Some believe only the Old Testament. Others only the New Testament. But God’s Book is a story that is incomplete without both parts.
Why read this old book? Why put in the effort to understand its language?
Romans 15:4, “For everything that was written in the past was written to teach us, so that through the endurance taught in the Scriptures and the encouragement they provide we might have hope.”
The Scriptures are stories of hope and encouragement. These reflections of truth are our guide for this life. It is chalk full of the dos and don’ts to help us live the abundant life. If you want to know Jesus, read His word. He is the Word incarnate. To reject any part of His Word is to reject Him.