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
The point of all we've learnt in Hebrews, is to underline just how important it is to persevere with Christ. And here we see three things to reflect on so that we do: First, is the access to God we have for help. Just as the temple was God's house with a High Priest overseeing it, so the church is now his house (where he dwells) with Christ over it. And his blood has enabled full forgiveness - outward and inner cleansing from all uncleanliness and guilt because of sin. So we can approach God with full assurance, seeking his "mercy and grace" in our time of need (4v16). Second, is the encouragement of one-another. Those who give up meeting together usually give up on Christ altogether. So we must keep committed to church for our sake and for the sake of those we can encourage with our words and example. Third, is the seriousness of giving up. To keep sinning after hearing the gospel is even more serious than continuing to do so having heard the law. It is trample on Christ in showing no respect for him or his death by which the church is formed and its members therefore set-apart from the world (sanctified). Whatever suffering we may be called to suffer then, we must "persever" in confidence that in his good time, we will "receive what he has promised" (10v36). As you read note how these things challenge and encourage you.
Hebrews 10:19-39
Hebrews 10:19-39
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.