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.

How were the Scriptures given?
What is necessary in order that the preaching of the gospel may be profitable?
For what did David pray?
What appeared unto Daniel in 538 BC., the same year in which Babylon fell?
How are the birth, work, and ascension of Christ briefly described?
What did the Savior say should precede the end?
What did John see concerning this city?

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