As you’ve probably noticed, most of my Bible quotes are from the Gospel of Luke. My goal was to take time and study the word of God more so I thought what better place to start than to get to know Jesus. It’s also a personal challenge for me to study Bible books that I’ve heard of or read about in passing but never really critically studied. My prayer is that you may also learn from it and be inspired to pursue your goals with renewed energy. For now that’s what I’m doing and it’s helping me stay focussed and consistent.
While doing my bible study I write down important verses and classify them into three simple categories.
- Does the verse speak directly to ME? If so, what does it ask me to do. Usually it’s a directive to do something specific (take action) or for me to react a specific way (emotionally; for instance through self control).
- Does the verse teach me how to directly relate to OTHER PEOPLE? Should I love them, Warn them, Be patient with them, teach them?
- Does the verse talk about GOD, Jesus or the Holy Spirit? What does it say about their Character? Are they Loving, gentle. kind? What is their function in my life and how can I relate to it to help others?
The list above is interchangeable but it’s allowed me to FOCUS more on what my RESPONSIBILITY is in the context of what the verse is talking about. I even made an acronym as a reminder.
ME +OTHERS + GOD= M.O.G
ummm….I need to revise that to remind me of something more pleasant than a morgue!
GOD + OTHERS + ME= G.O.M
Everyone loves Gum.
Make your Bible study more practical to suit your needs. If your method is simply to memorize a verse and use that as inspiration throughout the day so be it. The beauty about God is that He will meet you exactly where you are. Always remember it’s not by works but by the spirit of God. You are not alone so let God help you.
OCHIENGfamily 