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
Those who have the Lord need not fear. Here Isaiah speaks of the coming of Cyprus (see 44v28), a Persian conquer. The encouragement to the tiny Israel is that he is a tool in God's hand, doing his will by judging the nations. Because Israel is God's servant she therefore need not fear. As for the idols of the nations that God's people might be tempted to look to, God challenged them to predict what is going to happen - something they cannot do, proving them impotent. It's all intended to move Israel to trust God and know he keeps them safe, rather than look to idols. And so we should, remaining with Christ and not turning to other spiritualities, knowing that he governs history and in final judgment, and he is with those who are his servants. As you read note what distinguishes the Lord.
Isaiah 41
Isaiah 41
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.