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Savoring the Conversations
Jan Johnson reflects on how slow, attentive reading of Scripture becomes a meeting place with God, shaping an ongoing conversation with him and forming us into people who…
Doing Nothing Is Doing Something
Mandy Smith reflects on learning to rest even in life's busiest seasons, discovering through Sabbath and simple daily practices that trusting God means accepting our limits and recognizing…
Opening His Word, Discovering His Love
Dave Smith reflects on how God’s Word sustained and shaped him through seminary, church planting, family tragedy, multiple sclerosis, and nearly 30 years of following Jesus.
Lesson for Sept. 25, 2011: Acting with Discernment (Proverbs 25:1-28)
Melissa Wuske explores Proverbs 25 and the everyday practice of discernment, showing how Scripture, prayer, wise choices, self-control, and supportive relationships prepare Christians for life's pivotal decisions.
Fulfill Your Word in My Life
John A. Hampton reflects on how daily Scripture reading transformed his life, led him into Restoration Movement Christianity, and continued to shape his thinking, preaching, and ministry.
Their Guide, and Yours
Christian Standard reflects on its “The Bible, My Guide” series and invites readers to share the daily Bible reading plans and practices that have worked for them.
I Owe It All to a Bad Hoagie Sandwich
From an uncertain 18-year-old to missionary and seminary president, Michael Sweeney reflects on how James 1:5 and a persistent prayer for wisdom guided him through decades of unexpected…
“Then the Lord Said to Moses”
Alan Ahlgrim reflects on hearing from God through Scripture, daily Bible reading, and moments of trust during personal anxiety and demanding ministry challenges.
Reading the Book Rarely Opened
Diane Stortz reflects on learning to read the whole Bible not merely for lessons or answers, but to know God more deeply and hear his Word.
Under Conviction
Tony Twist reflects on how shared Bible reading and prayer with Suzanne became a sustaining spiritual rhythm through decades of marriage, ministry, and change.
Words Matter
J.K. Jones reflects on Proverbs, the THINK acrostic, and the spiritual power of words to heal, wound, encourage, or divide within Christian community.
My Journey from “Need” to “Should” to “Want”
Robert Mink reflects on how Bible reading grew from obligation to desire, becoming a vital way of meeting God, hearing from him, and nurturing the soul.
How the Bible Guided Me at a Crossroads
Jeffrey A. Metzger shares seven biblical principles for discerning God’s direction when life presents two good choices and the path forward is unclear.
Romanced by His Words
Janet McMahon reflects on her lifelong love of books and Scripture, describing how God’s Word has comforted, pruned, challenged, and sustained her through every season of life.
Breathing Space in the Spiritual Journey
Jan Johnson reflects on journaling as a spiritual discipline that helps believers pray honestly, listen for God’s voice, record spiritual growth, and find rest in God’s presence.
