I absolutely LOVE God’s Word. It has literally saved my life! However, it hasn’t always been that way. I don’t know about you, but I used to dread reading the Bible. I knew I was supposed to read it daily, but I just couldn’t get into it. I tried reading different versions of the Bible, different devotionals, I just couldn’t get into it. Until my life went on a downward spiral….
I was desperate for things to change. My marriage, my relationship with the Lord, my attitude, my thoughts. I was on my way down into a very deep pit that I couldn’t get out of. No self help book could get me out this time. I remember feeling helpless and always had this thought…if the Word of God is so powerful why do I feel so powerless? I’m reading it, memorizing it, but nothing is changing.
Years ago, I started to attend a home Bible study that a friend of mine was teaching. It was the first time I had sat under someone that actually taught the Bible, line by line, scripture by scripture. She picked a part Hebrew and Greek words, gave us context to the scripture, and the history of what was happening at the time. It was a game changer for me. She taught me that there’s more to Gods Word then just reading it. When you pick it a part, there is so much gold.
Over the years, I have grown in my love for the Word of God. It’s no longer a chore, it’s a privilege. My “quite time” is no longer an obligation, it’s something I look forward to every single day. I wanted to share with you the 5 questions that have helped me go a little deeper in the Word.
1. What is this scripture saying?
2. What sticks out the most?
3. What can this scripture teach me about Gods character?
4. How can I apply this scripture to my life?
5. What is my prayer in response to this scripture?
Friends, God desires to speak to you through his Word. Just like anything else, you have to put a little effort into it. If you don’t, you will miss all the little nuggets of truth that will change your life!
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