讀經:提摩太後書第三章。
默想:「聖經都是神所默示的,於教訓、督責、使人歸正、教導人學義,都是有益的,叫屬神的人得以完全,預備行各樣的善事。」(提後3:16-17)
默想一:如果世上沒有聖經,這個世界會怎麼樣?渺小的人不可能認識神,將與創造萬物的主宰無關,人將永遠在黑暗中摸索,永遠没有盼望,是沒有意義的存在。但感謝神,祂藉著聖經向我們傳達了從神而來的福音,就是關於神的愛子耶稣基督降世為要拯救世人的好消息。因著耶穌基督的救恩,改變了千千萬萬人的生命,也影響人類的各個階層、各行各業,以致社會和國家。
默想二:聖經有何價值? _全部聖經是出於上帝所啟示的話語。神的話沒有一句不帶能力,神說有就有,祂的話語安定在天,永不改變(詩119:89)。聖經記載了上帝對人類的帶領和走向,也記載了上帝的旨意。當我們明白神的話,我們就能領受祂的應許。神的話就是靈,就是生命(約6:63)。我們只有透過每日的靈修的生活才能使靈命成長、服事有力、行路有光、過得勝的生活。
禱告:感謝神,因祢賜下袮的話作我腳前的燈,路上的光。求祢教導我,我願每日藉著讀經與默想跟祢同行,並將袮的話藏在我心裡,免得我得罪袮。也求袮賜我屬靈的悟性,不僅讀進去,也能讀出來;不僅聽袮的道,也行袮的道。讓人從我的生活中看到基督的榮美!奉耶穌基督的名禱告,阿們!
Bible Reading: 2 Timothy 3.
Insight:“All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the servant of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work.” (2Ti 3:16-17)
Insight one: If there is no Bible in the world, what will happen to this world? It is impossible for trivial human beings to know God, or has anything to do with the Creator of the entire universe. People will forever be fumbling in the dark, never have any hope, and lose the meaning of existences. But thank God, He used the Bible to convey to us the gospel from God, which is the good news about God’s beloved Son Jesus Christ coming to the world to save the world. Because of the salvation of Jesus Christ, the lives of thousands and thousands of people have been changed, which has affected every segments of humanity, every businesses and industries, and even the entire societies and nations.
Insight two: What is the value of the Bible? The entire Bible is written with the words revealed by God. There is no word from God shall be void of power. God speaks and it is done. The word of Lord is eternal; it stands firm in the heavens (Psa 119:89). The Bible records how God has led and guided mankind, as well as God’s will. When we understand God’s words, we can receive His promise. The words of God are Spirit and are life. (Joh 6:63). Only through daily spiritual meditation, can we grow in spirit, serve with strength, walk in the light, and live a victorious life.
Prayer: Thank God for giving Your words, which is a lamp for my feet, and a light on my path. Please teach me so I am willing to walk with You every day through Bible reading and meditation. Hide Your words in my heart, that I might not sin against You. Also ask You to give me the spiritual inspiration, not only to read in, but also to express out; not only to listen to Your words, but also to follow Your way. Let people see the glorious beauty of Christ in my life! I pray in the name of Jesus Christ, Amen!