"All Scripture is inspired by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, for training in righteousness, that the man of God may be adequate, equipped for every good work." 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Scripture is inspired by God. It is moved by the Holy Spirit, "For the prophecy never came by the will of man, but holy men of God spoke as they were moved by the Holy Spirit." 2 Peter 1:21

Scripture is Christ centered:
Luke 24:27, this is Jesus speaking to the two on the road to Emmaus, "And beginning at Moses and all the Prophets, He expounded to them in all the Scriptures the things concerning Himself."

Scripture:
*Reveals God's mysteries,
"Surely the Lord God does nothing,
Unless He reveals His secret to His servants and prophets." Amos 3:7 And, "But it is written:
'Eye has not seen, nor ear heard, nor have entered into the heart of man The things which God has prepared for those who love Him.'
But God has revealed them to us through His Spirit..." 1 Corinthians 9-10

*Reveals the future:
"Of this salvation the prophets have inquired and searched diligently, who prophesied of the grace that would come to you, searching what, or what manner of time, the Spirit of Christ who was in them was indicating when He testified beforehand the sufferings of Christ and the glories that would follow." 1 Peter 1:10-11

*Instructs and edifies:
"But you shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be witnesses to Me in Jerusalem, and in all of Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth." Acts 1:8

*Counteracts distortion:
Galatians 1:6-11 where the Galatians were turning from grace.
"I marvel that your are turning away so soon from Him who called you in the grace of Christ, to a different gospel." Vs. 6 "But I make known to you, brethren that the gospel which was preached by me is not according to man. For I neither received it from man, nor was I taught it, but it came through the revelation of Jesus Christ." Vs. 11-12

Since Scripture is the inspired word, then the word should inspire man to receive and respond. As we see expressed in the following examples:
*"Thus the Lord said to me..." Jeremiah 13:1 (Read Vs. 1-7 to see how the prophet responded to the Lord's direction) *"It is written..." Romans 10:15 This is concerning the feet of those who go out and preach the gospel. "...How shall they preach unless they are sent?"
*"As the Holy Spirit says." Hebrews 4:7-8 "...Today when you hear His voice, do not harden your heart..."
*"If you really fulfill the royal law 'according to Scripture,' 'You shall love your neighbor as yourself', you do well. James 2:8 (My emphasis)

Of the Scriptures, they are:
Eternal:
"Heaven and earth will pass away, but My words will by no means pass away." Matthew 24:25

Authoritative:
Matthew 4:1-11 Jesus being tempted by the devil responds with the authority of Scripture:
"But He answered and said, 'It is written, Man shall no live by bread alone, but by every word that proceeds from the mouth of God.'" Vs. 4 "Jesus said to him, 'It is written again, You shall not tempt the Lord your God.'" Vs. 7 "Then Jesus said to him, 'Away with you, Satan! For it is written, you shall worship the Lord your God, and Him only you shall serve.'" Vs. 10

Trustworthy:
""The entirety of Your word is truth, and every one of Your righteous judgments endures forever." Psalm 119:160

Effective:
"'Is not My word like a fire?' Says the Lord, 'And like a hammer that breaks the rock in pieces?'" Jeremiah 23:29

Perfect and pure and greatly to be desired:
"The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul; The testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple; The statutes of he Lord are right, rejoicing the heart The commandment of the Lord is pure, enlightening the eyes.
More to be desired are they than gold, Yea, than much fine gold; Sweeter also than honey and the honeycomb. " Psalm 19:7-10 (Read Vs. 7-11 and let the reality of the word fill your heart.)

With grateful hearts, we thank You Almighty God. Amen