I said to a man who stood at the gate of the year: ”Give me a light that I may tread safely into the unknown.” And he replied: “Go out into the darkness and put your hand in the hand of God. That shall be to you better than a light and safer than a known way.”
M. Louise Haskins
I was unable to write at the beginning of ”our” New Year so I great everyone at the beginning of the Chinese New Year…so Happy New Year to one and all. It is the Year of the Ox. However, for you and me the most important thing about the year is that it is God’s year.
I am hoping that once again this year some of you will join my in reading the Bible in a year…and commenting upon what you read, think, and feel as well. And it would be an addition if we could discuss how various scripture affects our lives today.
Last year I tried to write every day, but that was a bit much for me. This year I will write at least once a week. What I write may or may not pertain to the scripture for the day. Today is a good example.
If some of you are behind, that is okay. You can begin with today’s readings, or you can read two or three daily scripture until you catch up. Reading the Bible is not a race. It is a joy. All you need is the desire and just a tiny bit of discipline. If you are like I am, you will find that you just can’t wait for the next day’s reading. I thought I would have a terrible time with self-discipline when I first decided to read the Bible in a year. I had said I was going to do so for a long time. Finally, I did it…and I continue…not because I am some kind of odd person, although I may be, but because I truly enjoy doing so. Every time I read a scripture I find something new. You may have heard people say that, but for me, it is true.
Therefore, I once again invite you on this sacred jouney…one we can take together. By the way in the Bible reading for today, Moses had just seen the burning bush and had spoken to God.
Blessings to one and all,
Carol
