Read like a Christian

[Matthias]

I’ve recently been involved in casual conversation about what Christians should / shouldn’t read. Some Christians in these conversations have been broad-minded. Some Christians in these conversations have been narrow-minded.

”Have you ever wondered what it means to read like a Christian? Surely it means more than being a Christian and reading. There are precious realities that shape and season what and how we read. Let me commend five principles that help and challenge me to read like a Christian.”

(Samuel James, “Read Like a Christian: Five Principles for What and How”)

Read Like a Christian: Five Principles for What and How

Not all reading is Christian reading — even when the books are about Jesus. So, how might we bring our literary lives under the lordship of Christ?

www.desiringgod.org

 

[The Learner]

Study Cultures, History, anything related to the surrroundings that the human authors wrote books of the Bible. Then, read each text in context hundreds of times before reading any books.

 

[Matthias]

Study Cultures, History, anything related to the surrroundings that the human authors wrote books of the Bible. Then, read each text in context hundreds of times before reading any books.

That’s an impressive recommendation. I wish, in hindsight, that I had followed it.

How many Christians (let alone newbies) do you know who have read the Bible hundreds of times?

 

[Matthias]

“Are you struggling to maintain a consistent habit of daily Bible reading?

You’re not alone.

Many people find it challenging to stay committed to this spiritual discipline.

The good news is that there are practical steps you can take to improve your daily Bible reading habit and make it a fulfilling part of your everyday routine.

Developing a consistent and meaningful daily Bible reading habit is essential for spiritual growth and connection with God.

It can be challenging to maintain this discipline, but with the right strategies and mindset, it is achievable.

Here are 10 practical ways to enhance your daily Bible reading habit and experience a deeper connection with God. …”

(Aaron Hall, “10 ways to improve your daily Bible reading habit”)

10 ways to improve your daily Bible reading habit

Here are 10 practical ways to enhance your daily Bible reading habit and experience a deeper connection with God

www.christianpost.com

 

[Matthias]

“The Bible teaches us that we should meditate on the words of God (Psalm 1:2). It also teaches that, ‘whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things (Philippians 4:8). In other words, other books that encourage holy living can be helpful in our walk with Christ. Commentaries, Bible studies, devotional literature - there are many writings that can deepen our understanding of Scripture.

Further, other books are helpful for many practical areas of life. …

Third, some diction is useful for both learning and enjoyment. As long as the book honors the Lord, a novel can communicate truth, just as Jesus did in His parables. …

Fourth, some books can help us to better understand and reach out to those who do not know Christ. …

Of course, there are some books that Christians should not read. …

Finally, it should be clear that the Bible is the most important book and should receive highest priority among Christians. …”

Should we read other books, or just the Bible? | GotQuestions.org

Should we read other books, or just the Bible? Is it good to read Christian books in addition to reading the Bible?

www.gotquestions.org

 

[Matthias]

“4 Thoughts on Reading the Bible

1. Read the Bible with an earnest desire to understand it.

2. Read the Scriptures with a simple, childlike faith and humility.

3. Read the Word with a spirit of obedience and self-application.

4. Read the Holy Scriptures every day.”

(J.C. Ryle)

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[JohnDB]

“4 Thoughts on Reading the Bible

1. Read the Bible with an earnest desire to understand it.

2. Read the Scriptures with a simple, childlike faith and humility.

3. Read the Word with a spirit of obedience and self-application.

4. Read the Holy Scriptures every day.”

(J.C. Ryle)

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When you are in love with another person you hang on EVERY SINGLE WORD they speak to you. You ruminate on it because you believe they love you too and they tell you how wonderful they think you are and how much they love you....what they like and don't like and just general conversation.

Guess what?
The Bible is God's love letter to mankind for those that believe. (To those who don't believe it's nonsense and it wasn't written to them...and they hate such writings and discredit them at any cost)

That's why we do more than a cursory, flat reading. We pore over every single word and sentence to ensure we understand everything written there. Ruminating and stewing on every little bit of it.

 

[The Learner]

“Are you struggling to maintain a consistent habit of daily Bible reading?

You’re not alone.

Many people find it challenging to stay committed to this spiritual discipline.

The good news is that there are practical steps you can take to improve your daily Bible reading habit and make it a fulfilling part of your everyday routine.

Developing a consistent and meaningful daily Bible reading habit is essential for spiritual growth and connection with God.

It can be challenging to maintain this discipline, but with the right strategies and mindset, it is achievable.

Here are 10 practical ways to enhance your daily Bible reading habit and experience a deeper connection with God. …”

(Aaron Hall, “10 ways to improve your daily Bible reading habit”)

10 ways to improve your daily Bible reading habit

Here are 10 practical ways to enhance your daily Bible reading habit and experience a deeper connection with God

www.christianpost.com

At times it was had to keep up. Now, we do daily reading. The Park revivals are in full swing. We have already brought more than 20,000 to Jesus. We have many discipleship programs in progress. Weekly, I do training of others. Ask both Jesus and the Holy Spirit to join you in prayer. That is the secret of success in things related to G_d. Romans 8

 

[The Learner]

I confused my wife this mouring by reading from my Hebrew Daniel. Opps.
I think Daniel was written in Aramaic.

 

[JohnDB]

I confused my wife this mouring by reading from my Hebrew Daniel. Opps.
I think Daniel was written in Aramaic.

Daniel is written in 2 languages. Both Hebrew (royal or Torah style) and Aramaic. Even Nebachadnezzar wrote a section in Daniel.

 

[Behold]

Philippians 4:8 is a sort of "guide" regarding " Christian reading material".

However, you have free will to do what you want to do, but, try to READ what is good for your mind, if the material is "secular".

The Mind becomes a garbage can, if you put garbage in it., so, put only healthy food and spiritual food and uplifting food and useful food in there, MOST OF ALL.

 

[The Learner]

Tip: write via snail mail to authors you like. Sometimes they will send you a copy of their books. If they are a professor, thru the college otherwise by the publisher.

 

[Matthias]

Tip: write via snail mail to authors you like.

That’s a good tip. Unfortunately, most of the authors I like are deceased.

Sometimes they will send you a copy of their books. If they are a professor, thru the college otherwise by the publisher.