Do you read the Bible every day? Does your reading make any change in you or you are reading it seriously or in an easy way? As a part of your routine prayer, you might have included Bible reading. But it is clear that many Christians do not take reading their Bibles seriously.
What is the Need to Read the Bible Regularly
What you read, will make an impact on you. Think about how you feel when you update your news feed. Reading the Bible daily and in a consistent way, will give you many benefits.
First, the Bible shows us God’s character and provides us with God’s revelation of himself to his people. In each section of the Bible, we see God’s holy, unchanging, faithful, gracious, and loving character.
Second, 2 Timothy 3:16–17 when discussing the topic of Scripture says that it is “profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction and for training in righteousness.” The next verse goes on to say that this leads to completeness and equipping “for every good work”.
Third, regular reading will reorient our thinking patterns. Hence we can grow in maturity. You might not meet a mature Christian who does not read the Bible regularly. These three things are really just the beginning, this list could include dozens of reasons why you should read the Bible on a regular basis.
How You can Go for a Regular Bible Reading?
If you need good spiritual discipline, you should have to read the Bible every day. We will be disciplined in the way we approach it. If you lack the desire to read the Bible, pray and ask that God would give you a desire for his word. Then, find time to read Scripture and make this time a priority. You should then find people to hold you accountable to a reading plan. Maybe even start a reading plan with someone.
Approach the Bible Rightly
It is a great beginning if you start reading the Bible. As it is important to read, it is very vital that approach the Bible in a proper manner. It is easy to get into a habit of trying to focus only on the application when reading the Bible. It is absolutely necessary for the Christian to apply the Bible to his or her life, but sometimes we can make applications that are forced or unintended.
In order to avoid misapplication of texts, it is good to read whole biblical books and try to understand the text in light of both its immediate context and in light of the entire biblical book. Always ask what the text says about the character and nature of God. You can also follow the authorized Church teachings regarding each Bible passage.