Be in the Word everyday!

I tell people all the time not to worry about the amount they read but to just READ! Read a couple of Proverbs (they’re so deliciously filled with wisdom) OR read a Psalm everyday OR start with one of the Gospels and read a chapter. I think you get my point, that in order to really LIVE your life strong you need to be fed by God’s Word!

And when you’re ready purchase a small 3x5 inch memo book which will be your “manna book.” This is the place you’ll write down God’s Words of encouragement and Truth for your everyday life. Again, it’s not the amount you write; it’s simply about being still and writing a verse or promise from God to encourage you in your day.

It’s so fun for me to go back and read all my little “manna books.” Most of them have scripture promises and questions from God to me such as: “Debbie, trust in Me to take care of you.” “Will you obey Me with your whole heart?” “When you are weak; I AM strong.” “Do you not realize all things will work together for good because I love you and you know Me?” And my favorite, “I love you; my little lamb and I will never leave or forsake you.”

God has so many wonderful things to tell you. Go to Him! Run to Him!

I love this new system I found, for reading through the Bible, on the Ransom Fellowship website: It’s called; Bible Reading Program for Shirkers and Slackers. Margie Haack’s, Notes from Toad Hall is also an excellent read.

www.ransomfellowship.org/notestoadshall.html#shirkers Click on the words, Shirkers and Slackers Bible Study Guide, to get a copy and system for reading through the Bible that’s fun and free.

OR you can try reading the One or Two Year Bible which is divided into 7 to 10 minute daily readings. You get just what you need; a piece of the Old and New Testament, a slice of the Psalms and a bite out of Proverbs.  It's a great way to stay healthy and adequately nourished...everyday. Visit www.christianbook.com to order. 

My friend Mary's pick for staying fit and strong is the Our Journey Daily Devotional.  She says, "Each day's devotional includes a Bible reading, a challenge, application helps, and journal prompts.  "Just what I need to dig a little deeper..." Visit www.rbc.org for your daily online dose, or go to www.walkintheword.com to order the monthly journal for a donation of any amount.

My friend Mike says this: Another good source for lazy people is http://dailyaudiobible.com. A guy named Brian Harden reads through the Bible and presents it as a pod cast for the reading challenged.”