The Habit of Knowing and Applying Scripture
January 12, 2025
Through Scripture we come to know God and the ways of God. Through Scripture we discover that God loves us, has great plans for us, and created each of us uniquely to accomplish a specific purpose. The habit of knowing and applying Scripture equips us to love as we are loved and to fulfill God's plan for us.
READ
Luke 4:16-19
“The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because he has anointed me to bring good news to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim release to the captives and recovery of sight to the blind, to set free those who are oppressed, to proclaim the year of the Lord’s favor.”
REFLECT
1. Think of a verse from the Bible that has touched you. What did God say to you through it?
2. What actions will I take to align my life with this message?
3. What truth can I share with another person today?
RESPOND
• Consider these five practical ways you can cultivate the habit of knowing and applying Scripture: hearing, reading, studying, memorizing, and meditating.
• Actively seek God's guidance by spending time reading the Bible and meditating on what God is currently saying to you.