Snow day for the kids? Monday morning blues?
Hey Christian, Read your bible today! "When the Bible speaks, God speaks"
Here is a method for bible reading/journaling by Robby Gallaty that is super simple and has helped me tremendously. Just remember the acronym H.E.A.R. So get your bible and a piece of paper and go!
Highlight
Explain
Apply
Respond
1) So chose a passage and read it. (Work through a book or a bible reading plan is smart) Ask God to give you clarity. Then highlight a verse that stands out to you or is the focus of your reading
2)explain what this verse means. Who was it written to? What's the context?(fit with verses before and after) what is this verse saying to the original audience?
3) what does it mean today? Where is Christ in this passage? How does this apply to you? What sin in my life is confronted here?
4) how am I called to action specifically by these verses? What am I gonna do today and this week because of what God has told me in His word.
Pray again, allow time for silence and reflection.
Check out the comments below for a more detailed look at the HEAR journaling method and a link to some great bible reading plans.
Blessings
Pastor Chris