Good morning, Now that we are in the holiday season, I wanted to take a moment to encourage you and share some ideas on how to stay on top of your Bible studies as we get into the busiest time of the year. I recently ran across a quote from Donald Whitney from his book Spiritual Disciplines for the Christian Life. He says: |
"We find in Scripture how to live in a way that is pleasing to God as well as best and most fulfilling for ourselves. None of this eternally essential information can be found anywhere else except the Bible. Therefore, if we would know God and be godly, we must know the Word of God—intimately." |
On the surface that statement is simple, but the idea of getting to know the Bible intimately can be daunting, even if you only think of it in terms of how large it is. You may ask yourself several questions. - How can I fit Bible study into my life when I'm just trying to survive and get through each day?
- My kids take everything out of me. Where is the time?
- I'm working so much. How can I fit anything else into my daily routine?
First, every day I read a single verse. I subscribe to the Verse of the Day through Bible Gateway. I receive a verse each morning before I even get out of bed. I recently read Philippians 2:3-4 and was reminded of why I'm thankful to be a part of the Bible Gateway team to fulfill my life's purpose. When you read a verse on BibleGateway, there are additional Resources to help you study and gain insight into a passage. I had opened the NASB Charles F. Stanley Life Principles Bible, available with Bible Gateway Plus, and read this note from Dr. Stanley that read... |
"your purpose is to represent Christ to the lost so that they can be saved." |
This is when I understood, with absolute clarity, why God put me in the position where I can write to you. I am here to help you learn how to study the Bible, wherever you are in your life, in your faith, or in the world. Second, with the help of trusted resources, we can get to know the Word of God more intimately. With just a few clicks, you will find understanding and learn something profound and maybe even life-changing. Bible Gateway Plus is the best option to amplify your time with the Bible. Start your 14-day free trial today and RIGHT NOW (for a limited time) access over $2,500 worth of premium resources for as low as $3.33/per month + get a FREE download of Find It Fast In the Bible (a $13.99 value). You don't know me, but I would never recommend a tool I didn't use myself and, I use Bible Gateway Plus daily. Blessings, Jody |
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