Study

To Show Thyself Approved

 

 

Somewhere in time, last Saturday, I had to take a test.  I have taken several tests over the last few years.  I tend to take college courses sporadically and each one requires a test.  This test was a little different. The company I work for appreciates when their employees are certified in certain things. They even offered a small increase in salary for passing the test.  If I failed, I would have to pay for the cost of the test. For this reason, it was a little nerve wracking.

One good thing did come out of this, it caused me to think of how I study the Bible. Did I study as hard? Did I worry as much over learning the content?  I compared my study habits for both.  To study for the test, I read a textbook.  I read the Bible also, so in that way, my studying is the same.  For this test, I joined a study group and listened to teacher recap what was read.  In the same way, I listen to the Pastor discuss the Bible.  I felt the only difference was being tested on this material.  There is no high powered test to check my knowledge of the Bible.

2 Timothy 2:15

King James Version (KJV)

¹⁵ Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.

After thinking and praying about this for a few days, I realized that we are tested every day on our knowledge of God and the Bible.  Other people watch us to lean about Christianity.  Every choice we make is a quiz.  It can either draw us closer to God, or pull us away from him.  I may not have to pay back my company for failing, but I pay with my life choices. This is the most expensive test of all when I think about it.  My ability to convey the things of God can lead another person to the saving grace of God. Ultimately, this is the highest grade I can receive.   

In case you are wondering, I did pass the other (not as important) test.  I’m still studying God’s word and probably always will until He calls me home for a final exam.

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