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.

Upon what ground does God's work for sinners rest?
What did Christ indicate as essential to eternal life?
What reference is made in the Psalms to Christ's use of parables?
13. After the accumulation of the sins of the year in this way, what service took place on the tenth day of the seventh month of each year?
Who made the Sabbath?
What is said concerning the captivity and downfall of the Papacy?
What encouragement does Jesus give us to meet cheerfully the troubles and trials of life?

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