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From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: I try so hard to read the Bible every day. I’ve tried all kinds of programs and schedules, but when I sit to read, my mind wanders or I fall asleep. Does this make me a lazy Christian? – B.R.

A: Satan is the great discourager. He doesn’t want us to read or memorize Scripture because it is the Word of God. When we look into the Bible, we make Satan angry and he will unleash all of his secret weapons, including distractions. We can overcome everything that he hurls at us with the weapon God has provided – the Word of God.

We must saturate ourselves in His truth, and it is best when we first ask Him to help us have hearts that long for His truth. We can ask Him to keep us alert and lead us to portions of Scripture that we can immediately apply to our lives. The Scriptures are the greatest source of guidance. “Whatever things were written before were written for our learning” (Romans 15:4, NKJV).

Memorize portions of Scripture. “Your word I have hidden in my heart, that I might not sin against You” (Psalm 119:11, NKJV). Print these portions of Scripture on small cards and carry them throughout the day, referring to them frequently. Our minds have the capacity to commit them to memory quickly, and it brings great blessings.

The Spirit of God takes the Word of God and makes the child of God. He will never lead you contrary to His truth. The Bible says, “Blessed are those who hear the word of God” and put it into practice (Luke 11:28, NKJV). Our spiritual lives need food. Christ is the Bread of Life for our hungry souls and the Water of Life for our thirsty hearts. God blesses those who seek Him.

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(This column is based on the words and writings of the late Rev. Billy Graham.)

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