“I find it hard to get excited about reading the Bible.” Let’s change that.

Pause today. Open your Bible. Let God speak to you through His word.

Slide 1: Here’s some super simple advice from the Bible today. Slide 2: Watch your words. Proverbs 21:23. God gave a whole book of wisdom about the damage your mouth can do. Slide 3: Get enough rest. Psalm 127:2. God literally built rest into creation. Then had to remind us to actually do it. Slide 4: Don't overthink it. Proverbs 3:5-6. Trust God instead of leaning on your own understanding. We needed that in writing. Slide 5: Be a good neighbor. Matthew 22:39. Love your neighbor as yourself. Still the hardest thing on this list. Slide 6: Mind your own business. 1 Thessalonians 4:11. Yes. That is actually in the Bible. Word for word. Slide 7: Be grateful. 1 Thessalonians 5:18. In everything give thanks. Not for everything. In everything. There's a difference. Slide 8: God cares about your whole life. Not just the Sunday parts.

5 tips to get better at reading the Bible. (1) Set aside a specific time each day to read. (2) Choose a specific translation that you engage with best. (3) Read actively. Underline, write notes, and ask questions in the margins. (4) Seek study resources to help answer those questions. (5) Apply it to your life!

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