When Jesus was showing us an example of how we should pray, He said, "give us this day our daily bread." (Matthew 6:11) Jesus also said, "Man does not live by bread alone, but on every word that comes from the mouth of God." (Matthew 4:4) When we think of how often we eat, why do we not read the word at least half as much?
This is not a challenge to read the Bible in a day. This is a question: when was the last time you felt full on the Word of God? If you do not know that feeling, it is the feeling of satisfaction. You have read and God has spoken to you, and you have received you portion from the mouth of God.
When was the last time that you were hungry for the Word of the Lord and you decided to indulge? Jeremiah 15:16 says, "When Your words came, I ate them; they were my joy and my heart's delight, for I bear Your name, O Lord God Almighty." When was the last time that you got into the word and closed the book feeling joy? When was the last time that you read the Bible and felt delight?
You should treat the Bible more like a fine meal. Don't eat just because it's seven on a Wednesday night and it's about time to eat. Eat because you are hungry and want to be full. Eat because you want to eat something of quality that tastes good. Eat because your body needs more protein. Eat with a purpose so that you can get the most out of it.
I do not dare you to read a certain amount or anything like that, but I challenge you: The next time that you open up your Bible to read, treat it like a fine meal that your spiritual body needs.
-D
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