The podcast explores the M'Cheyne Bible Reading Plan, its structure and content, and different strategies for Bible reading. The hosts discuss the benefits of the plan, including diverse readings and the opportunity to connect different parts of Scripture. They also encourage customization of the readings and invite listener feedback.
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The M'Cheyne Bible Reading Plan emphasizes reading, reflection, and communion with God over deep study.
The plan offers flexibility in reading options, allowing participants to choose their desired level of commitment and preference.
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Overview of the McShane Bible Reading Plan
The podcast discusses the McShane Bible Reading Plan that they are starting this year at New City. It is a four-chapter-a-day reading plan that includes both the Old and New Testaments. Unlike the previous year's plan, the McShane Plan emphasizes reading from different parts of the Bible each day. The speaker highlights that the primary purpose of this plan is for reading, reflection, and communion with God, rather than deep study. They also encourage flexibility in the reading routine, suggesting that it is acceptable to miss a chapter or catch up later. There is no pressure to complete all the readings every day or receive awards for doing so.
Flexibility in Reading Options
The podcast explores the flexibility of the McShane Plan, providing different reading options for participants. They explain that it is possible to read either the first two columns or the last two columns, each representing a cycle of readings for family and private devotions. By choosing to read the first three columns, one can cover the entire Bible in a year. Alternatively, reading only the last two columns includes the entire New Testament and Psalms, along with the latter part of the Old Testament. This flexibility caters to the preferences and commitment levels of individual readers.
Tools and Resources to Support the Reading Plan
The speaker shares some helpful tools and resources for engaging with the McShane Plan. They mention DA Carson's devotionals related to this reading plan, which provide meditative commentary on specific chapters. The speaker also suggests using digital Bible software like Logos, which allows for easily navigating between the devotional commentary and the Bible text. The ESV app is recommended as a resource for accessing the reading plan as well. Additionally, an email address is provided for readers to submit questions or seek assistance with setting up or understanding the readings. The podcast emphasizes the importance of personal ownership and customization of the plan to enhance individual devotional experiences.
In this episode, Nate Claiborne explains more about the M'Cheyne Bible Reading Plan that NewCity is doing in 2024. There are different ways to approach it for your Bible reading, and it is ultimately a tool for communion with God, not a project to complete and check off our to-do lists.
You can find more info about the background of the plan here. The website that Nate mentions with the daily readings on it, as well as the devotional by D. A. Carson is accessible here. If you want a print version of Carson's devotional, you can find it here.
You can find the Logos Bible Software app in your phone's app store, or visit this link to create a profile and access several Bible translations and other free resources in the basic version.
And, as mentioned in the episode, if you have any questions, send us an e-mail at podcast@newcityorlando.com.
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