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 extensively did Christ make use of parables?
Who has borne our sins, and stands ready to help us?
Wherever Abraham went, what was his practice?
Why did God reprove Eli?
Who will thus he judged by the saints?
Why do the inhabitants of heaven worship God?
How are those described who will he prepared for the coming of Christ?

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