Read Scripture and Let it Speak to You

 

I'm currently reading the poverty and justice bible (CEV) Contemporary English Version. It was given to me at a church years ago when they had a focus Sunday on the topic of justice. I'd put it aside until recently. 

But over the last few years, I've been intrigued by the topics of poverty and justice. I've worked voluntarily on a project related to justice--to hold violaters of such accountable. I've also been part of giving circles that reach out to those less fortunate than I. When decluttering my bookshelf, I came across this bible again. My first thought was to donate it to a homeless person. But I stopped short of that. I began reading segments instead. 

 

Here is a list I also came across in my journal notes. 

When you are spoken to with scripture: 

1. Underline it and write it down. 

2. Think about what it means.

3. Look up meanings of words if you need to or desire to.

4. Adjust your life to what it says.

5. Take any action you sense from it.

6. Watch how God reinforces the truth during your day. 

I had thrown out a lined paper notebook during my decluttering process there in my art table area. I know that doodling and journalling are therapeutic to my soul, so while reading this bible, I decided to retrieve the notebook and write down the points that spoke to me. Being at my art table, I was able to use various coloured pens. 

As it turned out, while I did read a few highlighted verses on poverty, I mostly came across verses on wisdom and valuable lessons for navigating a current life issue. 

If you don't already spend time on an exercise as described above, why not make it your goal?