March 2008 Tip Series:  Spiritual Growth
 
Title of the month: Growing in the Spirit (Nehemiah 8:3)

He read it aloud from daybreak till noon as he faced the square before the Water Gate in the presence of the men, women and others who could understand. And all the people listened attentively to the Book of the Law.
 

Subheading: Reading God’s Word
TIP: Read the bible thoughtfully. Think about the meaning and implications of what you are reading.
 

Subheading: Read the Bible Pray Fully
TIP: Ask the spirit of God to meet your heart’s need as you read psalms 119:8  I will obey your orders. Please don’t leave me all alone.

Subheading: Read the Bible Carefully
TIP: Take careful note not only of the words that are used but also of how they relate to one another.

Subheading: Read the Bible repeatedly
TIP: It may be of great help to read the same portion over daily for a month’s time. This is a good way for its words to take root in your heart. If you are reading a short book, read it everyday. Divide longer books into manageable portion of two or three portions.