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
It should be a comfort when harmed to know that God will judge with justice those who do the harming. That's how 2 Thessalonians begins. And it is sober reading. It couldn't be clearer that hell is a reality. What follows is explanation that behind such opposition lies a Satanic power of lawlessness which will one day show itself in a particular individual, who will deceive people with signs and wonders, before being destroyed at Christ's return. It should keep every generation wary. But there is reassurance too. Those with persevering faith in the truth will share in glory not punishment. In the light of this, Paul prays the Thessalonians would stand firm in God's strength, and work to provide for themselves. As you read note what Christians can expect.
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.