The Word of God, the benefits, how and why we should study the Word.
We need to have relationship with God’s word. Not just memorize scripture. Memorizing scripture is okay and helpful. God’s word revealed in your heart and impacting your mind and actions is invaluable. Psalm 119:11 Your word I have hidden in my heart,That I might not sin against You.
Photo by NickyPe We create invisible shields between us and the things we need and want because we subconsciously do not feel we deserve the best and we are being greedy if we expect the best. The shields are usually hidden like a glass window when you look outside. You rarely notice the glass barrier. … Read more
Study your Bible with the same or improved methods you use normally use to learn other things. Consider how you study if you have taken courses to upgraded your skills, obtained new employment or a new role at work. Think about which ways are easier for you to learn. In the past, to improve the … Read more
In an episode of M.A.S.H, one of the doctors made a comment about a troubling situation and the camp Priest quoted a scripture to encourage him. The doctor basically said, everything is in that book. I really heard that and realized that it is true. If we love others like and treat people how we … Read more
I have a specific process early in the morning instead of a time. I do the same things, in usually the same order to start my day. 1. Read 1 scripture. 2. Put on my kettle. 3. Personal care. 4. Make tea. 5. Read my Bible and pray. This could be done in 20 minutes … Read more
I used to be afraid to read the book of Revelation in the Bible. When I was growing up the image I had of that book was that it was really powerful, spooky, hard to understand and scary. One day I received a revelation that it is like a flashlight illuminating what is going to … Read more
The word of God always bears fruit. Always. It is how it is received that determines if the fruit lasts or not. We are the ground/earth/soil that receives His word. What kind of ground are you? What kind of ground do you desire to be? Romans 10:17 So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing … Read more
RR Book Club https://amzn.to/2CKvU0U The Complete Works of Josephus is an account of Jewish culture and history. It is a great study tool for personal spiritual growth and group study. Paulette E. Bryan
Overseas the people learn about and study the Bible. In the Western world we want someone to tell us about it. 2 Timothy 2:15 Study and do your best to present yourself to God approved, a workman tested by trial who has no reason to be ashamed, accurately handling and skillfully teaching the word of truth.
How do we live the word? What does the word say? Love each other as Christ loved the church. Treat each other as we want to be treated. Go and make disciples. (Letting our lives be a testimony is a great way to start. ) Forgive as we want to be forgiven. Study His word … Read more
