There's never been a more important time to be in God's Word. But I know so many of us struggle to make that a habit in our own lives and also to help our kids make it a habit in their own life. In this episode, we'll hear from Laura & Emily from Risen Motherhood as they share what it means to treasure God's Word.
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Why is it important for a mom to study God’s word?

The Bible is how God speaks to us.
Right thinking leads to right living.
Growing in biblical literacy is how we grow in discernment.
Knowing who God is shapes where our identity is found.
We cannot pour into our children if we our well is empty.

Two important notes:

The local church is a great place to find support and learn to study the word of God.
Don’t confuse a devotional with a Bible Study. While devotionals are wonderful, we should prioritize studying God’s word for ourselves.

Tips for getting in God’s word as a mom of young children

Plow:

Read one book of the Bible over and over for comprehension.

You can start with any book of the Bible, but here are a few ideas to start with: Genesis,
John, Acts, 1 Peter, James
Free Audio Bibles: ESV app from Crossway, The Bible App


Read the entire Bible for comprehension.

Reading Plans: The Bible Project, The Bible App, Read the Bible cover to cover, Chronological Bible, Navigators
Gospel-Themes: For a full list and further description, click here.



Trowel:

The Abide Method

The Abide Method Tutorial on Risen Motherhood
Free Bible Study Worksheets from Risen Motherhood
Bible Gateway (Where to get text for scripture. Copy and paste then print on paper in a large, doubles paced font.)
Journaling Bible, ESV Study Bible, Pens
Other resources we use to study God’s word from Risen Motherhood



Three steps to The Abide Method

Observation: What does the text say?
Interpretation: What was the original context to the original audience?
Apply: What does this passage tell you about who God is? How does that transform your
life?

Always open and close your time with prayer.

Favorite prayer resources:

Val Marie Paper Prayer Journal
Valley of Vision, A Book of Puritan Prayers
A blank notebook/journal