Light for the Day-via Rev James Luke. Back to School: Backpack Ezra had devoted himself to the study and observance of the Law of the Lord, and to teaching its decrees and laws in Israel. Ezra 7:10 (NIV) Recommended Reading Ezra 7:1-10 Are you familiar with phrases about having our daily devotions? Where did that term originate? We dont know when the word devotions was first used for our periods of Bible study and prayer, but its appropriate. The word devotion means earnest affection for a person or a cause. Its a better term than the word commitment. We can be committed to a cause out of sheer duty; but to be devoted implies commitment plus affection. When were devoted to learning Gods Word, it helps to have the right study tools. The primary point is having a Bible; and a good study Bible is indispensable. Many Christians also use a personal notebook to record their thoughts. A concordance (either online or in book format) can help locate all the occurrences of particular words in Scripture. And a simple one-volume commentary can yield helpful insights on difficult passages. As our children head back to school, it’s time to don our backpacks and enroll in the Ezra School of Bible Study -- devoting ourselves to the study and observance of God’s Word and to teaching it to others. As you study your Bible with the help of the Holy Spirit, and live out the truths that God reveals to you, you will discover new stability, strength, and confidence. Kay Arthur
Posted on: Mon, 08 Sep 2014 12:15:48 +0000
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