Too Busy to Read your Bible? You're Busier Than God Wants You to Be
Have you ever felt like there's not enough time to read your Bible each day?
You want to. You really do! But somehow it always gets pushed off, pushed back, or replaced by something 'more pressing'.
But the Bible is more than just a book—it's God’s Word, and it has the power to transform our hearts and minds; guiding us and strengthening us as we take on life's challenges.
Think you're too busy? Here are some key benefits of getting in the Word regularly:
1. Deepens Your Relationship with God
The Bible reveals God’s heart for His people and His will for our lives.
- James 4:8 – “Draw near to God, and He will draw near to you.”
2. Provides Wisdom and Guidance
God’s Word directs our paths and helps us make hard, humbling, and holy choices.
- Psalm 119:105 – “Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.”
3. Strengthens Faith and Trust in God
Reading Scripture reminds us of God’s faithfulness and helps us trust Him in all circumstances.
- Romans 10:17 – “Faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.”
4. Gives Peace and Comfort
In times of anxiety, fear, or hardship, the Bible offers encouragement and peace.
- Philippians 4:6-7 – “Do not be anxious about anything… and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.”
5. Equips You for Spiritual Growth and Strength
The Bible teaches us how to grow in godliness and resist temptation.
- 2 Timothy 3:16-17 – “All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting, and training in righteousness.”
6. Encourages Hope and Perseverance
The promises of God give us hope, even in difficult seasons.
- Romans 15:4 – “For everything that was written in the past was written to teach us, so that through the endurance taught in the Scriptures and the encouragement they provide we might have hope.”
7. Helps Us Live a Life that Honors God
The Bible teaches us how to live according to God’s will and purpose.
- Psalm 119:11 – “I have hidden Your word in my heart that I might not sin against You.”
8. Transforms the Heart and Mind
Reading Scripture renews our minds and aligns us with God’s truth.
- Romans 12:2 – “Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind.”
9. Strengthens Our Ability to Share the Gospel
Memorizing Scripture and a deeper understanding of the Bible equips us to share the Good News with others and share the Gospel in our daily lives.
- 1 Peter 3:15 – “Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have.”
10. Draws Us Closer to Jesus
Jesus is the Living Word, and through Scripture, we grow in love and knowledge of Him.
- John 5:39 – “These are the very Scriptures that testify about Me.”
Reading the Bible isn’t just a box to check or a good habit - it’s a life-changing practice that brings us closer to God, strengthens our faith, and equips us to live a meaningful, compassionate life.
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