Isaiah 6:1-13
Psalms 38 and 119:25-48
2 Thessalonians 1:1-12
John 7:53-8:11
Many times, I start the day reading a good
devotional only to find later in the day, "What did I read?" On
the other hand, I can think of a picture I saw twenty years ago and remember
details fully.
So this year I am trying a scripture reading method
Father Bill taught the Adult Sunday School Class. We read through the
passage but stopped at different words to discuss meaning or interpretation.
Looking at each word made a single thought stand out and brought new
understanding to familiar verses. This
is like looking at art and thinking of what ideas it represents.
So, this Advent, pray that God brings meaning as
you read. Then while reading, stop at words that jump out.
Underline it, write it down, draw a picture of it, or put it on your
computer--however you best recall things. Then remember the word or image
throughout the day (and throughout Advent if you like this idea).
I hope and pray using this way or the familiar
reading method ultimately gives us all better understanding of the gift Christ
is trying to give.
Eleanor Sheldon