65. Why Christians NEED To Read the Bible

Send us your thoughts through Fan MailWhy does reading the Bible actually matter—and why reading the Bible matters so deeply for the Christian life?In this episode of the Healthy & Redeemed Podcast, we begin a two part series on Bible reading by focusing on the why behind it all. This isn’t about guilt, pressure, or checking a spiritual box. It’s about understanding why Scripture is essential—not optional—for our spiritual, emotional, and mental health.Together, we explore what the Bible truly is: God’s voice to His children. We will share research showing how consistent engagement with Scripture profoundly affects behavior, growth, and daily life.  Hopefully, this episode will help you see the importance of engaging with God's Word daily and consistently!Bible Reading Research: Bible Literacy & Spiritual Growth: Survey Results Bible Reading Resources: https://writtenbyhealey.com/bible-reading-resourcesThe Bible RecapPast Episodes:Healey's Faith JourneyIdentifying False Prophets and False TeachersBad Shepherds in the ChurchHealey's Children's Books: The Red Ball, A Story of Friendship and ForgivenessThe Red Ball Companion Activity BookThe Worried Little GoatSupport the showGet Healey's Books:  Changing Your Feelings - A Workbook for Anxiety and Worry  The Red Ball, A Story of Friendship and ForgivenessThe Companion Activity Book for The Red BallThe Worried Little Goat_______________________________For free Mental Health Resources:  Create an account on my website for unlimited resource access!  Click here to support the show*This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only.  I approach scripture through the lens of a Christian licensed counselor, combining biblical insight with clinical understanding of emotional health.  It does not constitute professional advice or is intended to diagnose/treat any disorders and does not constitute a client-therapist relationship.   *Any links to specific resources or content (outside of my own) are not an endorsement of the entire website, author, organization, etc.  Their views may not represent my own.Healthy & Redeemed is a Christian mental health podcast blending Scripture, psychology, and coping skills.