Jesus taught that all scripture testifies about him so that in him we might have life (John 5v39-40). King David taught that it is only by living according to God's word that we're kept on the right path (Psalm 119v9). What then could be better than reading the entire Bible? Click the menu to read about the program, choose a month or Bible book - or just work through the blog posts day by day.
BEGIN WITH PRAYER
"Lord open my eyes and my heart."
Read slowly so that you take in. And as you do, turn your heart to God, thanking him for the good you discover and praying his will home for you, your family, your church and the world.
Wisdom to chew on
Understanding to grow in
How we think about sin really matters. Nothing less than our eternal destiny depends on whether we are prepared to put it to death and separate from those who might draw us into it. This is why Israel were to totally destroy the Canaanite peoples and the means of their idolatry. It was certainly a judgment on them (9v5). And history records that they engaging in some of the most depraved practices every known. But it was also to be a protection for Israel's future generations, clearing away what might lead them from the LORD. Only if the people remained faithful to him, would they continue to experience the various blessings recorded in these chapters. As you read, note the things God promises the Israelites would enjoy.
Finish this reading by pausing to ask yourself:
1) What’s the main thing it teaches me about God or his purposes in Christ? Then praise him for this.
2) What’s the main thing it teaches me about his will for me or the world? Then pray that home.
Devotion to offer up
You could read this aloud and perhaps as a springboard to further prayer.