Wednesday, August 8, 2012

Reading the Bible aloud

I recently discovered the value of reading large portions of scripture (for example, an entire epistle) aloud to myself.
  • It forces me to read more slowly.
  • If my mind wanders, I notice it sooner.
  • I am taking in God's word through an additional sensory apparatus, which can give it more "weight".
  • I have to pay attention to the voice inflections and chose what fits the text.
  • The thoughts get connected together into a coherent message.
Faith comes by hearing the word of God.  I have been helped by hearing it in my own voice!

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