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Regular Bible Reading

1/25/2014

 
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I'll be the first to admit I don't read my Bible often enough.  This sad fact never ceases to amaze me yet I seem almost powerless to do anything about it.  The Bible claims to be God's Word to us yet far too many Christians fail to read it regularly.  Why is this?  I was just pondering this question today as I dealt with a difficult ministry situation.  The one thing that God is sure to use to sustain me--reading and meditating upon His Word--is so often neglected. I'd love to hear your thoughts on this.  In the meantime, here are a couple resources that might help you in your journey.

First of all, Andy Naselli offers Three Tips for Better Bible Reading on the Desiring God Blog.   He offers three suggestions, (1) Listen to audio Bibles, (2) Read entire books in one sitting, and (3) Read a Bible without chapter and verse numbers.  There are also links to related resources at the bottom of the blog entry.

Secondly, Professor Grant Horner of The Master's College, has designed a Bible reading plan using a book mark system.  Basically, you read 10 chapters a day but you're never reading the same 10 chapters together again.  Personally, I have been using a modified version of this system for awhile (when I actually read my Bible).  I say "modified" because Grant's system has you reading through Proverbs and Acts every month.  I decided I'd rather read through Daniel, Romans, and Revelation each month so I adjusted the book marks accordingly.  By the way, for you Facebook people, he even has a Facebook Page dedicated to his system.

Thirdly, whether you use a formal plan or your own plan, remember, what's important is that you and I regularly read and meditate upon God's Word.  There is no substitute for regular Bible reading and feeding. The Psalmist wrote, "Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path" (Psalm 119:105). Jesus said, "You search the scriptures because you think that in them you have eternal life; it is these that testify about Me" (John 5:39).  Let's all renew our commitment to read God's Word regularly.

Bill Fewer
2/13/2014 01:24:58 pm

I like to read the Bible before I go to bed. I usually work my way through a chapter or two at a time, then reading commentaries, and supplementing that with random selections from Psalms and Proverbs. That way I to go to bed with my thoughts happily and peacefully preoccupied with the Word. During the day I do a Bible study at lunchtime. These are my regular times of reading the Word but I often pick up my Bible and read whenever I am moved to. I just love reading the Bible! I've been reading it for over 50 years and I feel like I've just scratched the surface. It truly is the Living Word of the Living God!

Blessings to you,
Bill

Diane link
2/19/2014 05:35:00 pm

Thank you for your resources and advice. I also don't read my Bible regularly because of busy schedule but now I've realized the importance of daily Bible reading and feeding. I'll balance my time and make sure that I will read my Bible.


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