The Bible should be our first source for information, because it is the only source that will tell the complete truth. However, I often find it helpful to use the Internet as a supplement. When I'm researching a specific topic in the Bible, I will often do a Google search to see which verses come up. Of course, I always verify the verses. Sometimes, I will read what other people have said about the topics. It is helpful for me sometimes to see what other people have said, even if it contradicts what I had originally thought. That's how I learn and grow.
One must be very careful when reading other people's opinions about anything, but especially about the Bible. There are ways to manipulate verses and turn them into something that sounds pretty but is corrupted. This is why it is so important to check Bible verses for yourself, read and study for yourself, ask God to teach you, and listen to your own inner voice that tells you what is true, and what is false.
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"...mark them which cause divisions and offences contrary to the doctrine which ye have learned; and avoid them. For they that are such serve not our Lord Jesus Christ, but their own belly; and by good words and fair speeches deceive the hearts of the simple" (Romans 16:17-18, KJV). *I liked the KJV better here*
"...watch out for those who cause divisions and put obstacles in your way that are contrary to the teaching you have learned. Keep away from them. For such people are not serving our Lord Christ, but their own appetites. By smooth talk and flattery they deceive the minds of naive people" (Romans 16:17-18, NIV).
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