“They read from the book, from the Law of God, clearly, and they gave the sense, so that the people understood the reading.” – Nehemiah 8:8
God’s Word is meant to be read AND understood by His people. Scripture isn’t supposed to be something that sounds great but can’t be understood. It’s meant to be read or heard, explained, understood, enjoyed, and obeyed by all of God’s people. If Jesus is your Lord, then don’t settle for not understanding the Bible! Don’t settle for letting others study God’s Word while you tell yourself you can’t possibly understand it yourself.
If Jesus is your Lord, then the Holy Spirit lives in you and He will help you understand the Bible. Get a good quality translation of the Bible that you’re able to understand. There are many to choose from. Get a study Bible that has many good notes at the bottom of every page to help you understand what you read. Then start reading God’s Word every day. It’s almost a new year which is a perfect time to start the habit of daily Bible reading. Bible reading is a skill that anyone can learn, but it definitely improves with practice. So practice!!!
Don’t settle for devotionals like this being the only way you read and understand God’s Word! Commit to read (or listen) to a portion of the Bible (perhaps starting with a chapter of the New Testament) every day. Read carefully. Try to make sense of what you read. Consult the notes in your study Bible. The more you read, the better you will understand. God has given us the Bible to feed us all spiritually. Don’t limit yourself to spiritual snacks – dig into the finest meal imaginable – the feast of God’s Word prepared for you! #FollowJesus