Accountability

The Bereans receive Paul's message eagerly and examine the Scriptures daily to see whether it is true. Receptiveness and examination work together. Responsible teaching welcomes this pattern rather than demanding trust in the speaker alone. Help people become readers of Scripture, not merely admirers of your certainty.

Put the Word into practice

Invite someone to check a teaching you have given against its full biblical context.

Search the Scripture

What two responses make the Bereans an example in this account?

A prayerful response

Lord, make me teachable and help me lead people toward Your word. Amen.