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Sufficient for Salvation: How the New Testament KJV Affirms the All-Sufficiency of the Written Word

A comprehensive Bible study outline exploring the absolute authority, clarity, and sufficiency of the written New Testament Scriptures in revealing the true plan of salvation, the oneness of the Godhead in Jesus Christ, and the essential steps of the gospel.

1. The Divine Authority and Sufficiency of the Written Word

1.1 Inspired and Profitable for Salvation

Verses: 2 Timothy 3:15; 2 Timothy 3:16-17
  • The Holy Scriptures are able to make one wise unto salvation through faith in Christ Jesus.
  • All scripture is given by inspiration of God and is perfect for instruction in righteousness.

1.2 The Word as the Seed of Regeneration

Verses: 1 Peter 1:23; James 1:18
  • Believers are born again not of corruptible seed, but of incorruptible, by the word of God.
  • The word of truth is the instrument by which God brings forth spiritual life.

1.3 No Other Gospel Permitted

Verses: Galatians 1:8-9; Revelation 22:18-19
  • Any teaching that deviates from the written apostolic gospel is strictly accursed.
  • Adding to or taking away from the written words of prophecy brings severe divine judgment.

2. The Written Revelation of the One True God in Jesus Christ

2.1 The Mystery of Godliness Manifest in the Flesh

Verses: 1 Timothy 3:16; John 1:1; John 1:14
  • The written Word declares that God Himself was manifest in the flesh as Jesus Christ.
  • The Word that was God became flesh and dwelt among humanity.

2.2 The Fullness of the Godhead Bodily

Verses: Colossians 2:9; Colossians 2:10
  • In Jesus Christ dwells all the fullness of the Godhead bodily, leaving no room for separate persons.
  • Believers are complete in Him, who is the head of all principality and power.

2.3 Jesus as the Father Revealed

Verses: John 14:8-9; John 10:30
  • To see Jesus is to see the Father, as they are one in divine identity.
  • The written scriptures affirm that Jesus and the Father are one.

3. The Written Plan of Salvation: Repentance and Water Baptism

3.1 The Commandment of Repentance

Verses: Luke 24:47; Acts 17:30
  • Repentance and remission of sins must be preached in His name among all nations.
  • God commands all men everywhere to repent as the first step toward salvation.

3.2 Baptism in the Name of Jesus Christ

Verses: Acts 2:38; Acts 8:16; Acts 19:5
  • The written record shows the apostles consistently baptized converts in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins.
  • Baptism in the singular name of Jesus Christ fulfills the command of Matthew 28:19.

3.3 The Essential Role of Water Baptism

Verses: 1 Peter 3:21; Mark 16:16
  • Baptism is not merely a symbolic ritual but an essential component that now saves us.
  • He that believeth and is baptized shall be saved, according to the written promise.

4. The Written Promise of the Holy Ghost

4.1 The Gift of the Holy Spirit

Verses: Acts 2:4; Acts 2:39
  • The promise of the Holy Ghost is for all believers, their children, and those afar off.
  • The initial physical evidence of receiving the Holy Ghost is speaking with other tongues as the Spirit gives utterance.

4.2 The Spirit of Truth Dwelling Within

Verses: John 14:17; Romans 8:9
  • The Spirit of truth dwells with believers and shall be in them as a guiding presence.
  • If any man have not the Spirit of Christ, he is none of His.

4.3 Sealed by the Holy Spirit of Promise

Verses: Ephesians 1:13; Ephesians 4:30
  • Believers are sealed with the Holy Spirit of promise after hearing and believing the word of truth.
  • The Holy Spirit is the earnest of our inheritance until the redemption of the purchased possession.