Read the Bible in 90 Days?!
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Photo Source: kelsey_lovefusionphotoReading the Bible has blessed me over the years.
One of the most poignant memories I have of my time in France was a morning I spent just reading the Bible. My friends thought I was nuts that 4 hours of Bible reading would be enjoyable, but it was.
Over the years, my Bible reading has been sporadic. I would guess 1993 was the last time I devoted 4 straight hours to studying scripture. But, I’ve read through the Bible several times using Robert Murray M’Cheyne’s reading plan. And the kids and I have worked through Matthew, Mark, and Luke over the last school year.
But, to be honest, I haven’t been in a good groove lately. And I can feel it.
I’m not talking about feeling guilty for neglecting quiet times. I’m not talking about meeting the expectations of those around me that I would be “in the Word.” I’m not talking about measuring my success by how many Bible verses I can quote.
Been there, done that. Those aren’t sufficient reasons for studying what God has to say to us.
There’s a better reason.
I know that I am tired. I know that I feel scattered. I know that there is One who can give me rest, who will lead me through dark places.
And I want to hang out with Him more.
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So, I’m tackling something that I was loathe to do back in January when I first heard about it. But, now that my days aren’t full of papers, books, and students’ dirty looks, I’m going to tackle a big goal: read through the Bible in 90 days.
Crazy, eh? Yeah, that’s what I think, too. I’m lucky these days if I read three verses. I may fail miserably at this. And you’ll all know it, too!
But, I’m gonna try.
Not because of the brownie points I might earn. But because I want to know Jesus better. And in turn, I think I’ll probably learn a lot about myself.
Lord willing.
ETA: Since this writing I’ve done the 90-day Bible reading program 4 times. It’s been amazing during summer vacation in between CBS sessions, but it’s also a great practice for preparing for Easter. You won’t get through the whole Bible during Lent, so adjust your start time if you like.
I did this back in January. You will get more out of it than you think you will. You’ll remember more of what you read than what you thought possible. I don’t think that reading it quickly like this all the time is best, but I think it helps us gain a different perspective on the book in general, and helps us understand the stories and the history as a whole. I won’t be doing it next time, but I think I will make this a yearly endeavor for me.
I’d never heard of this program before and am definitely intrigued. I am thinking about joining in and hoping maybe it will help give a little more structure to my crazy days chasing around a busy toddler. Thanks for sharing this!
I’m taking the challenge as well. Even being a pastor’s wife I find myself having trouble making to time to know him more. I’m looking forward to what he is going to do in my life over the next 90 days.
I love this post, especially since I wrote about this recently too! I totally agree with your reasons for taking on a challenge like this, and I appreciate your clarity about that!
I’ve been following your blog for a while, and I have even begun “once-a-month-cooking” thanks to your encouragement! Thanks for writing about so many things with which I can connect!
I had always wanted to do Bible in 90 days. I cant afford to actually buy the book right now.
I understand what other’s concerns are. For a while I flipped flopped between guilt that I “needed” a book to engross me in God’s Word. Yet on the other hand, its not a sin. So why not?
@Challice,
It’s not too late to join in and you don’t have to buy the special bible. Momstoolbox.com has a free download of a bookmark that tells you what to read each day. Just a thought if you’re interested!!
I’m using the bookmark that Kristin mentioned. We did our Money Meeting last night and I decided I’d hold onto the $13 for now. 😉
@Jessica Fisher,
Hey thanks guys! I missed that somehow.
I first read about this in January, but at the time felt the Lord was leading me to do the opposite–to do more in-depth study. I started reading a Psalm, tracked back the meaning of one word and wrote three pages of notes about it. That was for that time in my life.
Now I find that I want to do it this way–read quickly enough to maintain a sense of the Bible as a whole, to get the “big pictures” as it were. After finishing my first day this morning, I already spotted a couple of patterns that I’d never seen before, because I’ve never read certain things close enough together that the pattern emerged for me. I for one can’t wait to see what the Lord shows me in His word in the coming days.
Anything that encourages reading the Word on a regular basis, and contributes to overall Biblical literacy is worthwhile for those who feel lead to do so at that time.
SO excited that you will be joining us! And I love how you are approaching it.
I’m especially thankful that I get to be your cheerleader and pray for you through this. (Will you pray for my organizational skills while I pray for your reading and prayertime??)
I signed up for the 90 day challenge as well. I think it’s great. Nothing wrong with reading God’s Word in 90 days. God knows our hearts. I don’t feel like I’m being pushed with a time limit at all. My husband thinks this is a wonderful opportunity for me as well 😉
Anyway, I came by to say “Hi” and welcome aboard.
Blessings,
Linda<
I signed up for the challenge also. I truly understand where you are coming from because I feel the same way. I am not doing this to have “bragging rights” or to prove to God that I can do this. This is a challenge for myself. I have moments where I can read and read scripture all day and then I fall from it. Or I start a reading plan and never finish it and then I never read certain books in the Bible. So I commend you for doing what you are doing. It is a personal challenge and I am right there with you. Good Luck!
Blessings!
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