T1L4 Scripture & Revelation [Discipleship Class]

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LESSON 4: Scripture & Revelation

Scripture Focus: 2 Timothy 3:16

“All Scripture is God-breathed and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, for training in righteousness.”

Opening Question

How can we truly know God, and why should we trust the Bible as His Word?

Background

Throughout history, people have asked how to know God. Left to ourselves, we could never discover Him because He is infinite and we are finite. Yet, God chose to reveal Himself. This lesson explores two ways God reveals Himself—through creation (general revelation) and through His Word (special revelation). We’ll also examine why the Bible can be trusted as God’s inspired, authoritative Word.

Key Points

1. What Is Revelation?

Revelation means “to uncover” or “to make known.” God reveals Himself so we can know Him and live according to His will (Deuteronomy 29:29). His desire is relationship—not distance (Jeremiah 29:13; 33:3).

2. General Revelation

God reveals Himself to all people through creation and conscience.

·       Power – the vastness of the universe

·       Wisdom – intricate design in nature

·       Beauty – sunsets, mountains, flowers

·       Order – physical laws of the universe

(See Romans 1:20; Psalm 19:1–2)

3. Special Revelation

General revelation shows that God exists but does not tell us how to be saved. For this, God gave special revelation—His Word. This includes His direct communication, mighty acts, and the written Scriptures (Psalm 119:24, 103).

4. The Inspiration of Scripture

Scripture is “God-breathed” (2 Timothy 3:16–17). God worked through human authors by His Spirit so that what they wrote was His perfect Word (2 Peter 1:21). As a result, Scripture is:

·       Truthful (Titus 1:2)

·       Authoritative

·       Sufficient

·       Clear

5. The Authority of Scripture

Because the Bible is God’s Word, it is the final authority for belief and practice. Opinions, traditions, or feelings must be tested against Scripture (Proverbs 30:5; Isaiah 40:8). Jesus Himself trusted the Scriptures completely (Matthew 5:17–18).

6. The Spirit’s Role in Understanding Scripture

The Holy Spirit helps believers grasp and apply God’s Word to their lives (John 16:13; 1 Corinthians 2:12). This is why we always pray before studying.

Application

·       Respect God’s Word: Approach the Bible with reverence and readiness.

·       Test Everything by Scripture: Let it be your standard for decisions and beliefs.

·       Depend on the Spirit: Pray for understanding before reading.

·       See God in Creation: Train yourself to notice His power and wisdom in the world.

·       Share God’s Revelation: Point others to Scripture as God’s love letter to humanity.

Discussion Questions

·       How do you see God’s glory revealed in creation? Share a specific example.

·       In what ways has God’s Word been a “lamp” and “light” in your life?

·       How does knowing Scripture is “God-breathed” affect the way you read it?

·       What area of your life do you need to bring under the authority of Scripture?

Memory Verse

2 Timothy 3:16 – “All Scripture is God-breathed and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, for training in righteousness.”

Prayer Focus

Pray for a deeper hunger for God’s Word and a clearer vision of His glory in creation. Ask the Spirit to guide your study and help you live under the authority of Scripture.

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