From Matt Smethurst! Whether you are new to the Christian faith or someone who has been following Jesus for a long time, this book will help open your eyes to all that awaits you in God's Word. This little book focuses exclusively on how to approach Scripture in the first place. For without the right heart postures, we're not yet ready to start reading. Tim Keller, chairman and co-founder, Redeemer City to City and author of 'The Freedom of Self-Forgetfulness' “Today there has been a movement toward a ‘spiritual reading’ of the Bible that puts the greatest emphasis on one’s own experience of the text rather than on a careful, close reading and study of it. Yet Bible study must never be a merely academic exercise either. Matt Smethurst’s little book is a needed re-orientation so that Christians can genuinely hear God’s voice through his written Word.” Jen Wilkin, Bible teacher and author of 'Women of the Word' “In an age of instant gratification, many of us rush to the Scriptures asking them to meet us in the moment. But what if we took time to orient ourselves first? Just as our bodies need right posture for physical health, so our hearts need right posture for spiritual health. Matt Smethurst’s book offers a posture for Bible reading that will serve the heart of anyone set on right worship.” Paul David Tripp, president, Paul Tripp Ministries and author of 'Suffering: Gospel Hope When Life Doesn’t Make Sense' “No one ever comes to God’s Word empty-handed. What you bring with you will shape how you receive it, understand it, and live it. As I read Matt Smethurst’s book, I was reminded once again that the battle of Bible study is a war for the reader’s heart. I love this book! I need it and so do you. Read and keep it near, because you’ll need to read it again and again.” Nancy Guthrie, Bible teacher and author of 'What Every Child Should Know about Prayer' “Are you someone who wants to want to read the Bible? But, if you’re honest, you’ve found yourself feeling intimidated, apathetic, or simply bored? In its short and conversational chapters, Before You Open Your Bible invites you into a fresh way of approaching this divine book, so that you will be drawn into it and better positioned to build your life on it.” Meet the Author Matt Smethurst is managing editor of The Gospel Coalition, planting pastor of River City Baptist Church in Richmond, Virginia, and author of several books. He is married to Maghan and they have three children.
✔ Author(s): Matt Smethurst
✔ Title: Before You Open Your Bible: Nine Heart Postures For Approaching God's Word
✔ Rating : 4.8 out of 5 base on (421 reviews)
✔ ISBN-10: 1912373718
✔ ISBN-13: 9781912373710
✔ Language: English
✔ Format ebook: PDF, EPUB, Kindle, Audio, HTML and MOBI
✔ Device compatibles: Android, iOS, PC and Amazon Kindle
Readers' opinions about Before You Open Your Bible by Matt Smethurst
Josephine Alvarez
I must confess, this book made me shed tears like never before. The themes of love, loss, and resilience struck a chord with my soul. It was an emotional journey I'm grateful to have taken.
Rosa Bax
The plot was so well-paced that I lost track of time while reading. I was completely immersed in the story, eagerly turning the pages to uncover the next twist.
Tasha Cobbett
This is a book I'll cherish and recommend to everyone. It touched my soul and made me reflect on life's profound mysteries.
