Friday, March 26, 2010

April Bible Reading Plan

April's Bible reading plan focuses on the Book of Genesis. The next 30 days will allow us to investigate God's Word and put into practice some biblical principles in major areas of our lives. I encourage you to use the SOAP method of reading the Bible found at the bottom of the page.


April 1 – John 13 (Maundy Thursday)
April 2 – Luke 22 (The Last Supper)
April 3 – Luke 23 (The Death of Jesus)
April 4 – Luke 24 (Easter Sunday)
April 5 – Genesis 1
April 6 – Genesis 2
April 7 – Genesis 3
April 8 – Genesis 4 (April 11th Sermon)
April 9 – Genesis 5
April 10 – Genesis 6
April 11 – Genesis 7
April 12 – Genesis 8
April 13 – Genesis 9 (April 18th Sermon)
April 14 – Genesis 10
April 15 – Genesis 11
April 16 – Genesis 12
April 17 – Genesis 13
April 18 – Genesis 14
April 19 – Genesis 15
April 20 – Genesis 16
April 21 – Genesis 17
April 22 – Genesis 18
April 23 – Genesis 19
April 24 – Genesis 20
April 25 – Genesis 21 (April 25th Sermon)
April 26 – Genesis 22
April 27 – Genesis 23
April 28 – Genesis 24
April 29 – Genesis 25
April 30 – Genesis 26

Complete the "S" by reading the scripture. Don't just skim through it, but really think about what it means. Imagine what the people involved were experiencing. Write down a verse or two that really stood out to you in your journal.

Complete the "O" by writing down observations about the scripture you just read. You may want to write your own summary of the passage, but more importantly, think about what God has to say to you through this part of his word.

Complete the "A" by writing down how this Bible passage applies to you right now, in your daily life. For example, in the parable about the prodigal son, which character do you identify with most: the loving and merciful father, the son who squanders his life and then repents or the resentful older brother? Do you see similar situations in your life right now? How can you respond in the way Jesus taught?

Complete the "P" by writing down a prayer. This is a personal message from you to God, so don't worry about getting the perfect words down. Just make it honest and heartfelt. Remember that God always listens, and already knows your needs. He just wants to hear from you.

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