This can change your life!
A report is circulating that the Institute for Biblical Research surveyed around 200,000 people over a lengthy period of time. They studied the effects of Bible reading on our lives. They found those who read the Bible 1-3 times per week had little change in their lives.
But, those who read their Bible 4 or more times per week saw significant change. They were:
- 228% more likely to share their faith
- 407% more likely to memorize scripture
- 59% less likely to view pornography
- 30% less likely to struggle with loneliness
- 50% less likely to experience anxiety
What’s our takeaway? When the word of God fills our lives, the pulls of this world lessen! The word of God is much more powerful than we think or imagine. It shapes our thoughts and even our intentions!
“For the word of God is alive and powerful. It is sharper than the sharpest two-edged sword, cutting between soul and spirit, between joint and marrow. It exposes our innermost thoughts and desires.” Hebrews 4:12 NLT
This is more important than our daily vitamins. Scripture reading is vitamins for our soul! Four or more doses per week cause us to think and behave in a more godly way. And it also puts a desire in our heart to share our faith with others!
Amazing truth. Amazing grace. Amazing love.