"The Bible contains the mind of God, the state of man, the way of salvation, the doom of sinners, and the happiness of believers.
It's doctrines are holy, it's precepts are binding, it's histories are true, and it's decisions are immutable. Read it to be wise, believe it to be safe, and practise it to be holy.
It contains light to direct you, food to support you, and comfort to cheer you.
It is the traveller's map, the pilgrims staff, the pilots compass, the soldiers sword, and the Christian's charter.
Here Paradise is restored, Heaven opened, and the gates of hell disclosed.
Christ is it's main subject, our good the design, and the glory of God it's end.
It should fill the memory, rule the heart, and guide the feet. Read it slowly, frequently, and prayerfully. It is a mine of wealth,a paradise of glory, and a river of pleasure.
It is given you in life, will be opened at the judgement, and be remembered forever. It involves the highest responsibility, will reward the greatest labor, and will condemn all who trifle with its sacred contents."
The "Gideon's New Testament" has this description of God's Word printed inside. |
