The idea of starting a "Bible blog" nagged at me for years, but it always seemed like too much work, and WAY too much commitment. Chronicle my "Through the Bible in One Year" adventure? As if--that would require me to stick to a schedule (SO not my specialty), and writing about three chapters a day is a teensy bit unreasonable. Dial it back to one chapter a day, and try to get through the New Testament? I'd still have the scheduling issue, and let's face it: spending three months in the Gospels, while good for the soul, WOULD begin to feel kind of redundant.
Then it occurred to me: why get all uptight about a studying a book that is supposed to proclaim freedom and abundant life? I mean, why not just enjoy digging deeper into the Bible and chatting about insights, questions, and occasional off-topic ramblings with friends, no stuffy-pants schedules or legalism allowed?
Sometimes I think that all the "sword drills," memory verses, and Sunday School attendance charts of our childhood have turned the absolutely amazing opportunity that we have to study the scriptures for ourselves into a colossal, guilt-ridden drag. And that stinks a big one.
It's time to take back Bible study! We women have always known that everything, from using public restrooms to studying scripture, is more fun if you do it with friends, so consider this a "Bible Book Club" of sorts: kick off your shoes, grab a cup of coffee, and jump in wherever you're at. We'll also discuss different Bible study tips, techniques, and methods, and highlight helpful resources that will grow your understanding of scripture. The only guidelines: remember the Golden Rule, and enjoy getting better aquainted with your Bible and others!
Jenny
