absorbing God with scripture and presence

I often get this question from Christians: Do I really need to read the Bible to grow in my relationship with God and live a healthy life?

Ummm, yes!

Below was a nice reminder for me.

In my early days of ministry I spent huge amounts of time absorbed in Scripture and great spiritual writers. The Lord made it possible for me to spend whole days—without any issue of preparing for something or taking an examination—soaking up the Scripture. I literally wore out the books of great spiritual writers. This focus was foundational to my spiritual journey, to finding satisfaction in Christ.

There is no substitute for simple satisfaction in the Word of God, in the presence of God. That affects all your actions.

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