As with any task or job, the right tools make all the difference in the world. If I want to drive a nail, I will be much better off with a hammer than a bare hand. Christian discipleship is no different. The New Testament teaches us that we are to be disciples of Jesus becoming more and more like Him everyday. But this does not happen by itself. It takes effort, in concert with the Holy Spirit, to journey toward maturity in Christ and our efforts can be enhanced by using high quality tools. The resources below are just that. They are high quality tools that can help the believer move forward in their endeavor to be more Christ like.
Bible Reading Plans
One of the best ways you can grow in discipleship is to spend time in the Word of God. Two of the spiritual greats, King David and the Apostle Paul remind us:
How blessed are those whose way is blameless, who walk in the law of the LORD. How blessed are those who observe His testimonies, who seek Him with all their heart. – Psalms 119:1-2 (NASB)
All Scripture is inspired by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, for training in righteousness, so that the man of God may be adequate, equipped for every good work, – 2 Timothy 3:16-17 (NASB)
So make a commitment to spend time in God’s Word everyday. For anyone who wants to build their relationship with God, spending time in the Scriptures is essential. Here are some resources that will help to focus your time, chart your progress, and help you be accountable to read and study the Bible daily.
Church of God Global Missions Bible Reading Plan (PDF Format)
Read the Entire Bible in One Year – Used by Church of God Missionaries Around the World. Start at any point in the year. This plan is available in PDF format for easy download and printing.
Discipleship Journal Reading Plan (PDF Format)
Read the entire Bible in One Year. Readings from four different parts of the Bible: Two New Testament and Two Old Testament. Start at any point in the year. This schedule is designed for 35 days per month to allow you catch up if you get behind. You can also used the extra days for deeper reflection and study. This plan is available in PDF format for easy download and printing.
5 x 5 x 5 Bible Reading Plan (PDF Format)
Read the New Testament in One Year. The 5 x 5 x 5 Bible Reading plan from NavPress takes just 15 minutes per day: 5 Minutes to read the chapter, 10 minutes to reflect on the Scripture. The schedule is for 5 days a week so that you can catch up on the weekends for any days you miss or you can use the extra time for deeper reflection and study. This plan is available in PDF format for easy download and printing.
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