For what purpose were the Scriptures written?

Answer

"For whatsoever things were written aforetime were written for our learning, that we through patience and
comfort of the Scriptures might have hope." Rom. 15: 4.

To whom did this promised seed refer?
What spirit must those cherish whom God forgives?
1. What report did the officers bring who were sent out by the chief priests and Pharisees to take Jesus?
In what sense does the angel Gabriel explain John the Baptist to be the Elijah of Mal. 4: 5?
What were these locusts said to have over them?
Do the dead know anything?
What petitions may we confidently expect God to hear?

Questions & Answers are from the book Bible Readings for the Home Circle