Reading God’s Word part 1

Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceeds from the mouth of God. (Matthew 4:4)

 How will reading God’s Word make your life better?
 Food for spiritual strength and growth. Just as your body needs food to survive and grow strong, your spirit needs spiritual nourishment from God’s Word. This little analogy crops up repeatedly in both the Old and New Testaments.
 Job declared in his time of suffering, “I have treasured the words of His mouth more than my necessary food.” (Job 23:12)
 Deeper relationship with Jesus. When you asked Jesus to come into your heart, you began a wonderful and fulfilling personal relationship with Him. He wants to be your best friend, counselor, teacher, guide, and much more! The way to get to know Him better is through His Word. Think of His words as personal love letters to you from the one who knows and cares about you more than any other can.
 Truth and freedom. It seems that everywhere you look today, someone is marketing “the truth” in the form of some new book, program, or product. Who are you supposed to believe—and how much will it cost you?
 Well, Jesus is the real deal. “If you abide in My word,” He promises, “you are My disciples indeed. And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.” (John 8:31-32) —Shannon Shayler [1]

  To what greater inspiration and counsel can we turn than to the imperishable truth to be found in this treasure house, the Bible? —Queen Elizabeth II

[1] Activated A Better You