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This Prayerful Reading Plan was introduced to us by the San Antonio Baptist Association. San Antonio Baptist Association www.sanantoniobaptist.org |
Throughout history mature believers practiced a unique method of Scripture reading called Prayerful Reading. They began by slowing down, taking deep breaths, reading each passage slowly, allowing the words to become the focus of their thoughts. They allowed the message to flow into their mind, reflecting on its meaning to their lives. Applying what they discovered in their reading lead them directly into a time of prayer, allowing the biblical truths to lead into an attitude of: gratitude, confession, or asking. The focus on this prayer reading would lead to obeying the text, turning away from their wrong lifestyle and into the way God would have for them. “Search me, O God, and know my heart; test me and know my thoughts. See if there is any wicked way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting” (Psalms 139:23-24) |
Use your journal to write down your thoughts as you use the S.O.A. P. outline below. It will be easier to recall what God said, or remember what you learned from each Scripture, if you have it written down. SCRIPTURE – Select a passage of Scripture from your daily reading plan. OBSERVE – Observe in the text a word or phrase that sticks out, glimmers, or you notice quickly. APPLY – Read that word or phrase several times, thinking about its meaning to you. Ask yourself, how can I use it in my life? If I did what it is saying would be different in my life? What should I change? What should I be glad about and rejoice with? PRAY – Pray what you have discovered, learned, observed or applied to your life back to God. Express your gratitude to Him. Be honest, He can handle your emotions and feelings. |
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For a printable copy of the reading planclick on the links below. These are Word documents: PRAYERFUL READING PLAN |
An essential part of walking with God daily and determining His will for your life is spending time in His word. His Word is an incredible source of strength, encouragement and peace. To help you in your walk, we are providing you wil several sources for daily Bible readings. Below we have the Prayerful Reading Guide along with links to the One Year Bible Online site and to BiblePlan.org. Whether you want to read the Bible in it's entirety in one year or simply read a smaller passage each day, we should have something on this page to help you. |
So Jesus was saying to those Jews who had believed Him, "If you continue in My word, then you are truly disciples of Mine; and you will know the truth, and the truth will make you free." John 8:31-32 Your word is a lamp to my feet And a light to my path. Psalm 119:105 |
The One Year Bible daily reading plan consist of passages from the Old Testament, New Testament, Psalms, and Proverbs. This arrangement of Scripture brings variety and a fresh approach to each day's 15-minute reading, while providing a clear understanding of the Bible's larger message. No other "through the bible" plan presents the entire bible in such a user-friendly format. Simply select the month and date to link to the passages for the day. The One Year Chronological Bible reading plan contains the entire text of the bible arranged in the order the events actually occurred. This unique viewpoint allows you to read the whole Bible as a single story and to see the unfolding of God's plan in history. You may select your favorite translation plus you may choose from several languages. Click on the emblem to visit oneyearbibleonline.com. |
At www.bibleplan.org there are 13 different reading plans to choose from. View each plan on the web and/or be reminded by receiving it each day by email. Each plan is available in several languages and translations. There are no charges or strings attached. |
If you refer to our Helpful Links page you will find links to several sights with additional resources |