There is this thing spreading around the blog world like wildfire. It's called #SheReadsTruth. Basically, a few bloggers realized they wanted to do a Bible study together, so they did. Well, rather quickly, many other people joined in! Now, they coordinate bible studies with the YouVersion Bible app so everyone can join in. I won't get too much into the history, you should definitely go to the website and read all about it.
I love the encouragement. I love how the blog community and even those outside the blog community encourage each other to read God's word. Nobody is ashamed to tweet a verse that stuck out to them, or their thoughts on that day's reading. People are openly discussing religion and the Bible. It's pretty amazing.
I've got to say, though, my favorite part is seeing what other people write in their journals. I love seeing the Instagram pictures and tweets. Sometimes, others pick up something I didn't necessarily notice.
This month, the study is Proverbs. Simply, you just read one proverb each day. I've enjoyed reading early in the morning and then can reflect on the proverb throughout the whole day. I didn't read much of the Bible growing up, so most verses are brand new to me.
Since participating in #SheReadsTruth, I've felt more positive. I think this is a good thing for me. It doesn't take long, just a few minutes to step back and read what God has written for us. How could that hurt? I encourage each and every one of you to join in, if you so please.
I'd love to hear what you all have to say!
I have a nosy question...what type of church did you go to in NJ? Do you go to the same type of church in Memphis? I ask because I've always felt it is so different here than there with denominations...
ReplyDeleteThis is so great. I'm going to have to look more into it! I actually read a couple of verses last night on my Kindle, while I was reading a book. I just felt compelled to turn to the Bible for a minute. And it was nice! I grew up in church my whole life but I never really payed attention. (I know that sounds horrible lol). But we've found a great church here, I just need to get more active and learn more!
ReplyDeleteThe thing I'll miss MOST about Memphis is you... and probaby the sno-cones once I have one.
ReplyDeleteThanks for encouraging so many others to read along! :) Love your positive spirit.
Love this! I'm really loving She Reads Truth- it's SO nice to have other blogging friends that we can share this side of life with. Such a good idea!
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