Dear,
She sat across from the table at our local coffee shop. Her hands were warming around the to-go cup. We chatted about life, husbands, and then church came up. I asked her where she was going to church. She hesitated, and made a small excuse about being tired on Sundays. I smiled, and said, “I’ve just missed you.” That was all. I asked her if she was reading her Bible. She shook her head. I knew the feelings she was having.
When we’ve not read our Bibles or gone to church in a while it feels shameful. But friend, let me tell you: it's not! If it has been awhile, then that just means you get to start again.
Over eight years ago I was desperate. I wasn’t nearly as consistant in reading and studying my Bible. So I called a couple of friends to see if they wanted to come over on Thursdays to talk about Bible stuff. This began my unexpected journey into leading a seven-year Bible study in my home. The reason I became constant and read my Bible? & How did I encourage this woman to keep reading her Bible?
Blessings,
Sarah
