Bible Quote by John R.W. Stott
““There is no value in the reading of Scripture for its own sake, but only if it effectively introduces us to Jesus Christ.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Basic Christianity, 1970
Scripture gains value only when it leads readers to Christ, not when read merely for its own sake.
In simple terms: Bible is valuable if it points to Jesus.
Key Takeaway
Read with the aim of deepening faith.
Themes
faith
scripture
purpose
spiritual growth
theology
Mood
contemplative
reverent
Type
theological
educational
When to use this quote
- personal study
- church teaching
- small groups
Key Concepts
Christocentric reading
spiritual formation
biblical literacy
Questions to Reflect On
- How does your reading habit affect your faith?
- What steps can you take to connect scripture to daily life?
A Different Perspective
Focusing solely on doctrine can miss personal transformation.
