Ask Pastor John Maximize Your Daily Bible Reading
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Jan 5, 2026 
John Piper, a renowned Reformed pastor and theologian, shares insights on maximizing daily Bible reading for spiritual growth. He discusses why brief readings often lack impact, emphasizing the transformative power of Scripture through the Holy Spirit. Piper provides three practical guidelines: pray while reading to invite divine application, focus on Jesus for true fulfillment, and slow down to meditate on key verses for deeper understanding. He encourages a balance of broad reading and reflection to foster meaningful change in our lives.
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Scripture Is Mostly Reminder
- The Bible functions largely as reminder for mature Christians rather than new revelation.
- Familiar words can still yield new reality and power when revisited deliberately.
Transformation Requires The Spirit
- Bible reading only changes us when the Holy Spirit applies it; apart from him it produces legalism.
- Dependence on Spirit distinguishes true transformation from mere moral resolve.
Pray For The Spirit While Reading
- Pray as you read and ask the Holy Spirit to apply the text to your life.
- Explicitly petition God to make specific moral changes, even if it costs you dearly.
