Daily Walk Through the New Testament

July 12
Read Luke 11:14-36

Many Faithful Christians stay committed to reading God’s Word first thing every morning. It is a holy habit that transforms their spiritual lives as much as any other discipline. They will complete their morning devotional reading, take a moment to jot a few notes in a journal, and move on to their day’s work. However, if they are not careful, the Spirit of the Lord will stop them with one simple statement: “You are more proud of your daily discipline than you are of your practical devotion!”
It is easy — and worthwhile — to develop a habit of reading God’s Word. The great difficulty we have is not in reading God’s Word but in HEARING God’s Word (Luke 11:28). During your quiet time of reading and prayer, ask yourself, “What is the Spirit of God saying to me this morning as I open the Sc ruptures? What does He want me to do as I leave this place of quiet solitude to go through my day?”
Commit to reading God’s Word daily. Draw close to the Father and listen for His voice. Remember, it s by sight we read and by sound we receive. Don’t walk away from reading His Word without also hearing His Word!