Reading the Bible is essential to our life as a believer. It is oxygen to our lungs and water to our cells, but that doesn't mean its easy. Making sure to fit Bible reading into a busy life is not always a piece of cake. It requires a lot of hard work and intentional effort, but it is so worth it.
Here are some thoughts about Bible reading from Saddleback church.
Reading the Bible is like going on a road trip.
1. Fill up your tank!
-You can't read the Bible with a closed heart and mind. ;-)
2. Choose your path.
-Just like random wanderings aren't going to help you reach your destination, random reading of verses isn't going to give you adequate depth in your Bible reading.
3. Slow down and enjoy the scenery
-This isn't the Indy 500. Think about what you're reading. ;-)
4. Pull off at a scenic viewpoint.
-If you find an intriguing verse, spend time exploring it. How is your life today going to be different as a result of that verse?
5. Take a picture of yourself.
-The Bible is a useful self examination tool. How are you looking in regards to the things you are reading about?
6. Send postcards.
-A great way to get more out of Bible reading is by journaling/taking notes. ;-)
1 comment:
These are excellent tips! It's very important to stop and smell the roses, especially if you're going through the Gospels.
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