Here it is March, and I’ve been using this nearly 6-week blogging rest to go through the many draft posts I had started over the years on subjects I wanted to write about but never quite finished. So one of the things I’ve been doing during this blog break is sorting through those drafts: deleting some and finishing others.
A few years ago, after reading so many book reviews, I had a 💡 bright idea -
What if I wrote a book review of all 66 books of the Bible, from
**Genesis to **Revelation?
I thought it would be fun. Of course, every one of them received a big thumbs-up.👍👍👍
For this project, I will review the 66 books in my Bible. Other Christian bibles include additional historical writings, but my focus here will simply be these 66 books of Scripture.
It seems the Lord has me constantly reading the Bible these days anyway. My nose is always within the pages of this great Book. Not only do I read it, but it stirs up questions, ideas, and things I want to explore more deeply. That often leads me to other big books: Strong’s Concordance, different Bible translations, and the occasional commentary. I’m always careful with those, though. They are meant to aid my study and understanding, not replace the reading of Scripture itself.
I’m really enjoying it.
I have always felt God wanted me to use this little corner of the internet for His glory, not my own. I’ll admit, I wrestled with that for a while, always striving for what I wanted.
A commenter wrote something that stayed with me - that a Christian Blog is a lighthouse on a dark internet.
"I believe you should share God's Word whenever/wherever you can when the Holy Spirit guides you to. If people do not want to read what you write, that is their problem. Some words will fall on infertile ground; this does not mean the sower should stop spreading seeds."
Thank you, Victor!
Such a simple comment, but it struck me deeply and got me thinking almost immediately!
I realized that I will always have at least one reader, and that is the ONE who matters most.
“Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men.”
Colossians 3:23
Only because I am excited to get started, the first post will be on Friday, March 27, and every Friday after. So be looking for it. 👀
I hope you will enjoy it. Okay, here goes...
PS. You might want to check out a recent post I wrote for Victor's Christian Lounge about aging.
I agree with Victor's comment, you sow, and let the seeds fall where they will. I love your idea of a Biblical book review, what a great way to explore the Word of God! I love His word too, I can't get enough of it! Oh the truth is what we need, and indeed, careful with other's interpretations. May we always be learning and growing! Blessings to you :)
ReplyDeleteAmen to that! It's been a fun journey.
DeleteWhat a great idea! I'm glad to see you back!
ReplyDeleteThank you Ginny. I feel refreshed and rejuvenated.
DeleteI'm looking forward to your series.
ReplyDeleteGood. It was fun putting in together.
DeleteThat sounds like a very interesting and worthwhile project...and we will all learn something from it as well! May God direct you as you study His Word and concentrate on each book, one at a time. I am assuming you will start at Genesis and work through to Revelation in that order? I will look forward to your posts!
ReplyDeleteSome if those books are big and too much to get into in one blog post but I tried to pull out things and how it points to Christ along with some fun tidbits.
DeleteSounds like a great idea and lots of work. I'll be reading. :)
ReplyDeleteYes it has been a lot of work but I have thoroughly enjoyed it.
DeleteVictor's comment gave you wise and sound advice, Debby. I admire you for the undertaking you are willing to do for God's glory. Yes, I did see your latest article on The Christian Lounge and left a comment for you. May the Lord bless you in this endeavor!
ReplyDeleteI hope it inspires more to read the bible and perhaps go deeper and study - and for those who have only read some books - it might create some curiosity to read more for themselves. It really is the greatest Book ever!
DeleteI look forward to seeing how you do it. It's a lot of work!
ReplyDeleteFairly simple or it would be a BOOK!
DeleteThis sounds such a refreshing project. I look forward to it.
ReplyDeletedefinitely something different.
DeleteThat such a great idea and I love how you've been so intentional with it. I, too, have felt led to spend more time in the Bible and sharing His Word with others. It's so important, especially as we are aiming closer and closer to Jesus' return. I've never had as strong of a feeling as I do now and I see so many others do as well. I look forward to reading your review.
ReplyDeleteDrawing closer to the Lord has never felt more right. I'm glad to hear you are spending more time in the Word and sharing with others. This world needs more light.
DeleteIt's always good to share Jesus' words with others. "Heaven and earth will pass away, but my words will never pass away." ~Matthew 24:35. I hope you're enjoying your blog break. : )
ReplyDeleteYes I am enjoying it very much.
DeleteDebby, I'm so looking forward to the Book Review. Its exciting and I know I will glean from it every week.
ReplyDeleteSue
I wrote the reviews as if you never read it before.
DeleteI'm so glad to 'see' you here, Debby! Thank you for blessing us with your insights; I'm eager to hear more.
ReplyDeleteSince it is a review, I'm writing it as if the reader has no clue - and have never read it before. I'm trying to make it entertaining.
DeleteYes, I did see your wonderful article on The Christian Lounge.
ReplyDeleteSending good wishes across the miles.
All the best Jan
Thank you Jan. Yes I saw it.
DeleteI will look forward to reading your books of the Bible reviews.
ReplyDeleteGod bless.
Wishing you much happiness and joy in writing your new way. That's wonderful. Best to you Debby. Happy Writing, too.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for the mention; and also the link to The Christian Lounge.
ReplyDeleteLet our Blogs be what Jesus would want to read.
If you are going to publish here a review of every book in the Bible; may I suggest you keep a copy of all the reviews to publish them separately as a book. (I'll give you some help/guidance if you wish).
God bless.