Part 2 Overcoming Obstacles: Adopting an Effective Approach to Reading Scripture

I know many devoted followers of Christ who have given up trying to make Scripture reading a habitual practice.  For many, the results of reading have been disappointing and therefore not worth the effort. One remedy is to adopt a new approach to engaging Scripture. There are different ways of reading the bible but not all approaches are designed to provide the impact the bible offers, and most readers are expecting.

 In my experience, within the various methods we can utilize, we need an approach to Scripture that is grounded in what the text communicates and is a springboard to meaningful, intimate, and transformative encounters with God rooted in truth and grace. Such an approach, however, requires an attitude or orientation different than what most reading approaches require.

 In this episode from lectio4life, we explore the advantages of a reading approach that engenders true spiritual vitality and the orientation required for such an approach to be successful.