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A Special Place
It doesn’t have to be fancy. But we do need to have a special place to study the Bible, a place that is separated from cooking or letter writing or paying bills. For years my special place was an old wooden table between a chest of drawers and a tall desk.
Then I found a new place for Bible study—a big, old rolltop desk in the bedroom. On my desk I have a number of good translations of the Bible for reference, a Bible dictionary, a Bible concordance and several devotional books. And nearby I also keep notebooks and a mug filled with pens.
It seems that if we have to clear off a spot for Bible study during a crowded day, we are likely to put off studying the Bible. But if we have a place where our Bible is always open and handy, whenever there is a lull in the storms of life, we can grab a cup of coffee and sit down for a time of pure refreshment and companionship.
Years ago, when I was in school, I used a notebook to take notes when the professor was lecturing. But how much more important it is for us to take notes when God is teaching us.
from the September 2002 issue of "Decision" magazine
A Special Place
It doesn’t have to be fancy. But we do need to have a special place to study the Bible, a place that is separated from cooking or letter writing or paying bills. For years my special place was an old wooden table between a chest of drawers and a tall desk.
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DonateIt seems that if we have to clear off a spot for Bible study during a crowded day, we are likely to put off studying the Bible. But if we have a place where our Bible is always open and handy, whenever there is a lull in the storms of life, we can grab a cup of coffee and sit down for a time of pure refreshment and companionship.
Years ago, when I was in school, I used a notebook to take notes when the professor was lecturing. But how much more important it is for us to take notes when God is teaching us.
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Ruth Bell Graham
Ruth Bell Graham was the wife of evangelist Billy Graham and mother of five children. Born to missionary parents in China, Ruth faithfully supported her husband throughout his ministry, raising their children in his absences. Ruth was also a poet and author, and published a number of books. Visit the Ruth Bell Graham Memorial Web site»
©2002 Billy Graham Evangelistic AssociationRuth Bell Graham was the wife of evangelist Billy Graham and mother of five children. Born to missionary parents in China, Ruth faithfully supported her husband throughout his ministry, raising their children in his absences. Ruth was also a poet and author, and published a number of books. Visit the Ruth Bell Graham Memorial Web site»
from the September 2002 issue of "Decision" magazine
