Being transformed by Scripture

What this episode covers

Being transformed by Scripture The perils that oppose the work of God’s Word in us Self-defence systems (‘Sinful!? Moi?’). Long-sightedness Reading out of obligation Reading for information. The power unleashed through the work of God’s Word in us Soiled by sin – washed by the word. The practicalities of encouraging the work of God’s Word in us Reading for relationship. Asking God to meet us in the scriptures Reading for transformation. Listening for God’s voice through journaling Listening for God’s voice through mediating (Lectio Divina). Discussion questions What has helped you to engage with God’s Word in a transformative way? Resources New Morning Mercies, Paul Tripp Ch 11, Scripture, The life you’ve always wanted; John Ortberg A praying life. Paul Miller. (see chapters on Listening to God and Journaling) Lectio Divina

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