“Applying God’s Word”
1 Corinthians 2:6-16

Introduction: How it works in my life?

**But, be ______________ of the Word and not _______________ only deceiving yourselves. (James 1:22)
**John 14:26
**John 16:13

1. The _______________ Work of the Holy Spirit (1 Corinthians 2:6-16)

--Revelation of God’s Wisdom (vs. 6-11) “revealed”--

--Illumination of God’s ________________. (vs. 12-16) “understand”--

2. The ___________________ Study of God’s Word (2 Timothy 2:15) “study”

--Diligent (vs. 15)

--Rightly Dividing (vs. 15)

Practical Instruction for Applying God’s Word…

1. What does the _____________________teach?

2. Does this passage expose any ____________ in my beliefs or behavior?

3. What is God’s ______________to me as His child?

4. When applying Scripture, remember these two things:

a. Let Biblical _________________ determine ____________ standards.

b. Let the Bible interpret your ____________________ rather than your
___________________ interpreting the Bible.

Response:
How has the Word of God changed your life?
How is the Word of God changing your life?