As we abide in His Word

Everyone then who hears these words of Mine and does them will be like a wise man who built his house on the rock. (Matthew 7:24 ESV)

 Christians who desire a flourishing relationship with God and are interested in spiritual growth recognize that spending time taking in and absorbing God’s Word is of utmost importance. It is within the pages of the Bible that we learn about God and His love for humanity, about Jesus and His message, and about how to live in harmony with God and our fellow human beings.
 Setting aside time daily to read the Bible provides the opportunity to connect with God each day. It opens us up to letting Him speak to us through what we read, to His instruction and guidance, to His help through life’s problems and difficulties. Regular reading of God’s revelation to us reminds us of the moral code which we are meant to fashion our lives around, and provides us with guidance when we are faced with decisions.
 It is in the Bible that we hear His teaching, see the example of His love, and are introduced to the relationship with His Father that His sacrifice has opened up for us. As we abide in His Word, we become more and more aware of the value He places on each individual, and the love and compassion He has for every human being. —Peter Amsterdam [1]

 In our prayers we talk to God, in our Bible study God talks to us, and we had better let God do most of the talking. —D.L. Moody

[1] Anchor Bible Intake