Why Consistency is Important With Bible Reading
Consistent Bible engagement …
The more we read the Bible, the more it will read us. That’s one of the great reasons why Bible engagement should be a steady, ongoing, day-by-day concern, certainly never a hit-or-miss affair. Yet this isn’t always the case. Most of us don’t feed on the Word as consistently as we eat physical food. So, how do we connect with the Word to be regular readers and doers of the Word?
Three Ways to Deepen Bible Engagement
Here are three ways to strengthen Bible engagement
Do what’s achievable.
The best person to figure out the best way for you to connect with the Bible in the best way is you!
If you’re big on reading, do whole book reading (also called the synthetic study of the Bible). If you’re not a big reader, read smaller bite-sized chunks.
If you like reading but need visuals, try the Kingstone Bible or the Word for Word Bible Comic.
If you don’t like reading, then listen to the Bible. Use the Bible App or Google “Free Audio Bible,” and you’ll find various audio options. And, if you’re not a good listener, watch a visual production where the dialogue is word for word according to the written text, e.g., the Lumo Project or the Visual Bible.
Tap into technology.
There are loads of Bible apps and plenty of online tools to help facilitate a range of Bible engagement practices. I use Bible Gateway all the time. My wife is plugged into YouVersion. Did you know Scripture Union Canada has their free Bible reading guide, theStory Book Studies published on the Bible App (YouVersion)? Check them out!
Other popular apps include Bible.Is, ESV CrossWay, Glo Bible, NIV Bible by Tecarta, Blue Letter Bible, Daily Audio Bible, and the Olive Tree Bible Study App. Bible apps are beneficial if you’re a visual or auditory preference learner, so find what works for you and implement it.
Do it together.
Two are better than one (Ecclesiastes 4:9). Simply doing something with someone else is motivation in and of itself. When we journey through the Word with others, engaging with it is easier. That’s because helping each other stay accountable spurs us on to read the Scriptures in the morning or listen to them while driving to work.
You can do it! Prayerfully and in the power of the Holy Spirit, adopt these three simple tips to fortify your connections with the Bible!
What are you doing for consistent Bible engagement? Please share in the comments.
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Summary
Consistent Bible engagement is important because it allows the Word to deeply impact and transform our lives. Regular Scripture engagement helps build a habit that strengthens our spiritual growth and understanding. To make Bible reading more consistent, it’s essential to find methods that work for your personal preferences, such as reading, listening, or using visual tools. Engaging with others in Bible study or discussion can also provide motivation and accountability, making the process easier and more rewarding.
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