In this message, Andy Billingham encourages believers not simply to read the Bible, but to understand it rightly. Using 2 Timothy 2:15 as the central text, he emphasizes the importance of recognizing the context of Scripture—asking who is being addressed, when and why a passage was written, and what God had revealed and required during different periods of biblical history.
Andy explains that God’s revelation and His expectations for people developed through different ages or “dispensations.” While people in every age were sinners who needed to have faith in God, they did not all receive the same revelation or have the same responsibilities. Understanding these distinctions helps us avoid confusion and properly apply Scripture to our lives today.
At the same time, Andy stresses that the entire Bible is valuable for believers. The Old Testament provides examples, warnings, and insight into God’s character and dealings with humanity, while the New Testament gives particular instruction for believers living under the revelation of Christ and His finished work.
The challenge of the message is simple: **Don’t merely read the Bible—know it, understand it, and rightly divide the Word of Truth.**