I hope you are all checking out the devotional on The Spoken Word Church website (link on the left) every day! It is short and concise and always backed up with Scripture! Here is a portion of today's:
Consistent Bible reading will be the most difficult habit you will ever establish in your life. The reason: It is the #1 key to your power. Set up a specific time for daily study of God's Word.
One of the Scriptures used is 2 Timothy 2:15:
15 Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needs not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth. KJV
15 Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needs not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth. KJV
Notice that this does not say read, it says "study"! This is the Greek word "spoudazo". It means: to use speed; to make effort; be prompt or earnest (marked by or showing deep sincerity or seriousness). It also means: to exert oneself; to endeavor; diligent; proficient; to be zealous. That doesn't sound like a quick little read-through, does it? In fact, look at this verse from the Amplified Bible:
15 Study and be eager and do your utmost to present yourself to God approved (tested by trial), a workman who has no cause to be ashamed, correctly analyzing and accurately dividing [rightly handling and skillfully teaching] the Word of Truth. AMP
Remember Who it is that is living IN you, as a born again believer! (1 John 2:20 and 27)! Pray, asking this wonderful Teacher to teach you what the Word of God is to mean to YOU! (Psalm 25:5), and then determine to be a DOER of everything that He shows you! Your life will NEVER be the same again! Here is a fun song called "Everyday" by Hillsong Kids to inspire your child-like faith!
Shalom in Him!
