Scripture is one of the greatest gifts we have ever been given. The conversations I have had as of late about the Bible and our interaction with it really is encouraging. God’s word speaks to every area of our lives.
The Bible is meant to be interacted with. And the Bible interacts with us in a very special way. Why is that? It is because the presence of God is directly tied to His word. He inhabits our praise and He works in, and through, and by His word. Another step forward, as John 1 describes, Jesus is the word. He is all God. He is the reflection of the Father.
Take some time to look at a passage of Scripture, any passage. See how God interacts with you. See how God embodies Himself and shows His character through Scripture.
Here is a passage that does just that. Read carefully. Maybe even underline what sticks out to you. There might even be new things or renewed truth within. Rear on:
Psalms 28:6-9 NLT
Praise the Lord! For he has heard my cry for mercy. 7 The Lord is my strength and shield. I trust him with all my heart. He helps me, and my heart is filled with joy. I burst out in songs of thanksgiving. 8 The Lord gives his people strength. He is a safe fortress for his anointed king. 9 Save your people! Bless Israel, your special possession. Lead them like a shepherd, and carry them in your arms forever.
Make a list. Underline it in your Bible.
He hears our cries.
He is our strength and even guards us.
He is our help and is trustworthy.
This stuff makes us thankful.
He is our Savior and shepherd and so much more.
Scripture takes the character of God and puts Him in and through our lives. Let that sink in. Don’t just let the Bible sit on the shelf or the coffee table. It is meant to work through us and to give insight on a daily basis.
This is my God, and all of this is true!
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