The Word of Life

 

Scouts are encouraged to be readers. We read books, articles, and blogs on success, Scouting, the outdoors, and our particular field of study. Too often, the one book we do not read is the only one that can change us: the Bible.

Every principle I have talked about in these readings are found in the Scriptures. I do not give you all the chapters and verses because I want you to search them out for yourself. As a believer, the Bible is your handbook for success. If you are ever told something contrary to what Scripture teaches, do not embrace it. No matter who (and that includes me) tells you. However, you will never know if you do not study the book.

“We also need a regular, systematic study of the Scriptures. We cannot maintain our spiritual life without it any more than we can maintain our physical bodies without proper nourishment.”

G. Campbell Morgan

1863-1945

Evangelist

 

Pastor and educator R.A. Torrey said, “Every Christian who does not study, really study, the Bible every day is a fool.” How can you think that you can make the right choices, have a clear vision, or achieve your dreams when you do not know what God expects of you? 

Many people, even Scouts, do not read the Bible because they think it is boring or not relevant to them. You will find no book more relevant and more helpful to the achievement of your dream than Scripture. D.L. Moody said, “I know the Bible is inspired because it inspires me.” The Bible teaches success, how to fight the battles of life, victorious living, and so much more.

I challenge you to make it a habit to read the Scriptures every day. Just read a few chapters in a systematic study. You are not filling a quota but learning lessons for life. Get a good study book to help you. There are tons of good Bible study material out there. Seek out what God has for you. Take notes, live the principles you learn, and promise you your life will be transformed, and you will have the power to move forward and achieve anything.

Scouting Out of Uniform is a personal blog based on the lessons learned from Scouting that relate to personal development and success principles and is not an official site of The Boy Scouts of America. John Patrick Hickey does not represent or speak for the Scouting program; however, he does completely support and encourages Scouting for both young and old. John Patrick Hickey is an author, speaker, Personal Development Coach, and proud Scouter. To read more from John Patrick Hickey or to get his books, training and book him to speak to your church, business, or group, visit our website at www.johnpatrickhickey.com.   © 2020 John Patrick Hickey