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Welcome to the Iowa City Church sermon and teaching page.  We know that life can be confusing, and sometime just plain hard.  We believe the best way to live life comes through following Jesus.  These lessons and sermons are designed to be a resource to help you on that journey.  We hope you find them helpful!

Aug 30, 2021

Every Christian knows they should read the Bible more.  Even people who do not profess faith in Jesus Christ acknowledge that reading the Bible would be a helpful endeavor.  Here is some interesting information which supports what most people believe about reading Scripture.

"The positive impact of Scripture on individuals, families, and society has been proved time and again.  One study involving one hundred thousand people over eight years showed dramatic results.  This research (by Arnold Cole and Pamela Caudill Ovwigho of the Center for Bible Engagement) showed that those who engage the Bible four or more times a week experienced far less destructive behavior: 62 percent less drunkenness, 59 percent less pornography use, 59 percent less sexual sin, and 45 percent less gambling.  These results were not from guilt manipulation but were rather the mark of personal transformation.  The positive message of Scripture allowed individuals to reduce bitterness by 40 percent, destructive thoughts by 32 percent, isolation by 32 percent, inability to forgive by 31 percent, and loneliness by 30 percent. 
Bible engagement improves your self-esteem, family structure, and social interactions.  It's 'the single most powerful predictor of spiritual growth.'  So if you want to know the Bible better---you'll be better for it." ~ Mark Moore, Core 52

So the numbers back up what Christians know and most people feel: Reading the Bible is good for you!  However, this question remains, "Why don't people do it?"

In this sermon, we will open up chapter three of 2 Timothy, and read what the apostle Paul teaches about the importance of Scripture and why people should be motivated to read it!  Are you looking to make some big changes in your life?  This sermon might be a good place to start.