As believers, we have access to the most important guidance on earth…God’s Word. It shows us how to live and what to strive for in our Christian walk. “All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the servant of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work.” 2 Timothy 3:16-17, NIV.
Yes, reading and reflecting on God’s Word is helpful with “teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness.” It also helps us to act on our convictions and faith. Knowing what God is saying to us allows us to know how to direct our lives and helps us better understand Him. Thus, we can grow closer in our relationship with God.
The Bible instructs us to meditate on the Word of God, and that simply means to think about it, roll it over in our minds, speak it, and know that as we do so, it is renewing our minds and teaching us to think as God wants us to think. Meditating on God’s Word helps us to apply Romans 12: 2 “Be ye transformed by the renewing of your minds”.
Spend time everyday meditating on God’s Word. Join the morning ACF Inspiration Time on Zoom and get a fresh Word in the form of scripture, song, even a mini-sermon or Bible inspiration. Join the mid-week Bible Study Class and receive a powerful Word. Throughout the year ACF offers over 300 opportunities to grow in your faith through the Word of God. I challenge you to commit to a steady diet of God’s Word and watch what He does in your life.
Faithfully,
Pastor R. Mario Howell