Once you have read Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John…
If you find yourself wanting to move on
(maybe you’re thinking “Ok, I’ve read that bit, now let’s get to the rest of the story”
or maybe you’re not)
Don’t do it. Stay right here.
You’ve just met the person you’ve been longing to meet your whole life
And he wants to hang out.
(Maybe you remember reading “Abide with me” – that’s what he means.)
So, hang out. Read John’s gospel again. Find out more about this person, what he’s really like, who he really is.
Read slowly, hear what he is telling you. Ask questions, tell him what you think. Like you are on a walk together, or in a coffee shop.
Getting to know Jesus is the best part, the whole reason to read the Bible. As you get to know him, he’ll tell you about the rest.
You’re already where you long to be, need to be – with him.
Linger.
Grace and peace to you…
dw
p.s. Go here to see the rest of this series on reading the Bible.
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