1234 Discipleship

The 1 represents reading one chapter a day from the Bible beginning with Matthew in the New Testament in a version you can understand. I use the New International Version. Write down in 1 sentence something you can apply to your life from what you've read (you may write more if you want!). A study Bible helps. I use the Life Application Bible. This will over time help you understand God's truth more clearly in a world where lies abound (2 Timothy 2:15).

The 2 represents using your energy, time, talents, of money to bless at least two people every day. It may take the form of a phone call, meeting a need, writing an encouragement note, sending a card, working in a food bank, providing a meal, and sharing spiritual insight. The possibilities are endless. Demonstrate God's love in at least two practical ways every day (1 Peter 3:9).

The 3 represents three minutes of reflection on the one chapter you read. It might include reading the notes on the chapter in a study Bible. Think about how the chapter touches you before you write down your one application sentence.

The 4 represents spending at least four minutes in prayer daily praising God for whom He is (Psalm 150), confessing any sin and claiming His forgiveness (1 John 1:9), thanking Him for specific blessings in your life (1 Thessalonians 5:18), and making requests to Him (Philippians 4:6-7). That's the 1-2-3-4 Discipleship Challenge.

The next step is up to you!

Other Scriptures: Ezekiel 2; Daniel 7:9-10; Revelation 22:1-5

The Throne of God is mentioned over 35 times in the Bible.

Shalom GBFIC Family. Tonight's Bible Study will be a replay of Last Wednesday Bible Study. Enjoy!