What was God's design in thus giving the Scriptures?

Answer

"That the man of God may be perfect, thoroughly furnished unto all good works." Verse 17.

Through whom are repentance and forgiveness granted?
Why did Israel fail to attain unto righteousness?
In what miracle did Christ bring to a climax His works on earth?
How did persecution affect the preaching of the gospel?
To whom was Belshazzar's kingdom given?
Do Protestant writers acknowledge the same?
How may one grow in grace?

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