Now honestly, you who are reading this, are you saying, “REALLY”? “Are you serious”?

Actually, there is a right way to interpret the Bible; i.e., historically, grammatically, doctrinally, geographically, prophetically, and finally, practically. Doctrine really does matter. Listen to the words of the New Testament in regard to DOCTRINE—teaching or instructing.

1. The Purpose of Teaching the Right Doctrine! (Titus 1:9) – “Holding fast the faithful word as he hath been taught, that he may be able by sound doctrine both to exhort and to convince the gainsayers.” 

The words “hold fast” are ἀντέχω (pronounced an-TEKH-o), which means to cleave to or hold onto firmly.

I love the next part of that verse, “by sound doctrine both to exhort and to convince the gainsayers.” Do you know what that means? It means that there will be those who oppose the Word of God and Christianity. But God says here that SOUND DOCTRINE will convict and refute doubters and skeptics.

Praise the Lord! Use the Bible; do not abuse it!!

2. The Power of Teaching the Right Doctrine! (2 Timothy 3:16–17) – “All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: That the man of God may be perfect, throughly furnished unto all good works.” 

First, take note that ALL SCRIPTURE is INSPIRED—GOD-BREATHED! The word “profitable” means useful! Certainly, the Bible is very USEFUL for this life and the life to come.

3. The Priority of Teaching the Right Doctrine! (Ephesians 4:14) – “That we henceforth be no more children, tossed to and fro, and carried about with every wind of doctrine, by the sleight of men, and cunning craftiness, whereby they lie in wait to deceive.” 

Did you see the word “children”? In this context, it means unskilled or untaught. It is true every Christian has to begin the journey as a baby. But growing in grace is expected.

Having discernment and wisdom should be the result of studying the Word of God and then applying the Word of God by the Holy Spirit of God. So instead of being fickle and vacillating on an emotional roller coaster, mature believers are to set as a PRIORITY to study and implement Bible DOCTRINE.

How are you doing? By the way, we are all still learning and growing. Right? So keep it up!

The Purpose of Teaching the Right Doctrine has the God-given ability to correct wrong thinking.

The Power of Teaching the Right Doctrine has the God-given ability to correct wrong teaching.

The Priority of Teaching the Right Doctrine has the God-given ability to correct wrong living.

Now answer the question: Does the Right Doctrine Really Matter?

Love y’all,
Dr. Randy Reese