17th May 2026

Scriptures Authority

“This is a faithful saying and worthy of all acceptance,

that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners."

1 Timothy 1:15

Today's Bible Reading: Matthew 5:17-19.

Many people who call themselves Christians actually doubt the authority of the Scriptures, believing in a god of their own imagination, robbing Christ of His deity. Some prominent preachers even suggest that large passages of God’s Word be eliminated. Beware! The truth of Jesus Christ can be a disturbing thought. He came to show mankind our sin against Him. He came to take our place for the penalty of sin. What a Saviour!

Scripture warns that multitudes will reject that message, and we see that happening today. There is a cost to being a Christian and for many, it is too great because they must forsake the lure of ungodly pleasures.

True Christianity is dependent on a personal relationship with God, not on externals. No pagan philosophy, no atheistic ideology, no deep sorrow can dislodge the joy of living as a true believer in Christ. He is big enough to cope with the gigantic social problems of the ages. Mankind does not have the capacity to do this, but Christ provides all that we need to live in this sin-sick world with victory. When someone repents of sin and receives Jesus as Saviour, they embark on a new pathway, with a new strength, and a new dimension of living.

Prayer: Your Word Lord God, is the eternal truth of all ages. Thank You, in Jesus name for all who faithfully preach Your Word. Amen.