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I relate to Fil Anderson when he said he read the Bible to support his own interests and desires. He read and listened to what he wanted to hear and picked and chose parts in the Bible that he liked. This resignates with me - It’s so easy to do! But I have learnt from reading this that God wants us to read the Bible with open ears to listen to him and allow him to transform our lives. Now before I have my quiet time I am going to pray, “Lord, right now as I read your Word, will you take this time to speak to me about how I can grow more like you, will you convict me, and transform my life. I’m opening my heart and ears to what you have to say.” Keeping in mind the ultimate goal in mind to be formed not informed.

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