The Bible

The Bible contains the mind of God, the state of man, the way of salvation,
the doom of sinners, and the happiness of believers. Its doctrines are
holy, its precepts are binding, its histories are true, and its decisions are
immutable. Read it to be wise, believe it to be safe, and practice it to
be holy. It contains light to direct you, food to support you, and comfort
to cheer you.

It is the traveler's map, the pilgrim's staff, the pilot's compass, the
soldier's sword, and the Christian's charter. Here Paradise is restored,
Heaven opened, and the gates of hell disclosed.

CHRIST is its grand subject, our good the design, and the glory of God its
end.

It should fill the memory, rule the heart, and guide the feet. Read
it slowly, frequently, and prayerfully. It is a mine of wealth, a paradise
of glory, and a river of pleasure. It is given you in life, will be opened
at the judgment, and be remembered forever. It involves the highest
responsibility, will reward the greatest labor, and will condemn all who trifle
with its sacred contents.

--The Gideons International