REMEMBER: 2020 Bible Reading Plans (& More)
What has your ear?
“So faith comes from hearing, and hearing through the word of Christ” (Romans 10:17).
Reading well impacts how we perceive and understand the world around us and nothing merits our time and study more than the inspired Word of God. If you have resolved to grow in faith in this new year, daily Bible reading must surely be part of the plan.
Any serious study of Scripture is profitable and many are put off by highly structured Bible reading plans. Noted pastor Robert Murray M’Cheyne even published a list of dangers when sharing with his own congregation the Bible reading plan he authored for their use. However, there are great benefits to a prescribed plan for the daily study of Scripture.
Here are our recommendations for your consideration as you begin 2020 with a commitment grow as a student of the Word of God:
Read the Bible Initiative
This partnership between The Gospel Coalition and Crossway provides free access to the M’Cheyne Bible Reading plan, along with options to receive a daily newsletter, daily podcast commentary, and weekly access to online articles to support your understanding of the assigned texts.
PFWB Resources
The PFWB website contains a variety of resources for individual and corporate growth, including a Bible Reading Program and a daily Bible Reading Plan.
Audio Bibles & Apps
The science of learning suggests that reading in print is superior to electronic options for deep reading of complex material (here and here). But for some, reading portable electronic formats on the go is better than not reading at all (for sure!). For others, reading in any format just doesn’t come easy. Fortunately, there are great options for listening to the Word of God that can be used with the Bible reading plan of your choice. If you’re looking for a good audio Bible app, consider the following (listed in no particular order). Most have options that work on any computer or mobile device.
Dwell (audio only)
ESV Bible (Audio and daily reading plans, including the M’Cheyene plan, available within the mobile app.)
Above all, grow as a student of Scripture in 2020. Whether on paper or in print, following a daily reading plan or working through on your own, commit to dig deeply into the revealed Word of God.
God has spoken. Does He have your ear?
DEADLINE TODAY: Big Daddy Weave Concert—Group Ticket Option
Big Daddy Weave is coming to the Duplin Events Center in Kenansville, NC Friday, April 17 at 7:00 pm. Individual tickets are approximately $26 each & groups of 6+ are eligible for a discount. If you’d like a ticket with our seating block, Contact Us & specify the number of tickets per family. A sign-up sheet will also be available on the church bulletin board on January 26. Deadline to submit a request for a group ticket is Wednesday, January 29.
2020 Theme: Stand Firm. Hold On.
STAND FIRM. HOLD ON.
The entire letter we know as 2 Thessalonians was written to a congregation led astray. False information had been circulated—passed along as truth—and just that quickly the church had lost its moorings.
Paul may as well have been writing to the global church today. False information is shared. The Word of God is tweaked. Social platforms promote viral sharing. Convincing proofs are offered. And just that quickly, we are still prone to lose our moorings and unhitch from our firm foundation.
The remedy for today is the same as in the days of the Thessalonian church: stand firm & hold on. Paul writes, “So then, brothers, stand firm and hold to the traditions that you were taught by us, either by our spoken word or by our letter” (2 Thessalonians 2:15).
Our challenge for 2020 is to know and trust the Word of God so deeply that we are well able to respond with godly discernment in our day. In addition to personal study and faithful participation in the preaching and teaching of the church, we commit to specific prayer for:
One another (the Great Commandment).
That the Word of the Lord may speed ahead (the Great Commission).
That the Word of the Lord may be honored (growth as disciples).
“How firm a foundation, ye saints of the Lord, is laid for your faith in His excellent word! What more can He say than to you He hath said, to you who for refuge to Jesus have fled?” (John Rippon, 1787).
SAVE THE DATE: Spring Revival 2020
Mark your calendars now to join us for Spring Revival services at Springfield PFWB Church. All are welcome.
Questions? Contact us.
TONIGHT: The Convention Choir Ensemble is Coming to Springfield
Join us next Sunday, January 26 at 6:00 pm as we welcome an ensemble from The Convention Choir. All are warmly welcome.
Questions? Contact us. Need directions? Click here.
Big Daddy Weave Concert—Group Ticket Option
Big Daddy Weave is coming to the Duplin Events Center in Kenansville, NC Friday, April 17 at 7:00 pm. Individual tickets are approximately $26 each & groups of 6+ are eligible for a discount. If you’d like a ticket with our seating block, Contact Us & specify the number of tickets per family. A sign-up sheet will also be available on the church bulletin board on January 26. Deadline to submit a request for a group ticket is Wednesday, January 29.
REMEMBER: Help Us Schedule VBS 2020
It’s time to begin preparations for VBS 2020 & we’d like to hear from our members. Please use the form below to share your preference regarding this year’s VBS dates. There is also a place for you to volunteer for a specific service opportunity or share any other feedback you’d like considered as planning begins. Thanks so much for your support!
TONIGHT: Ladies' Auxiliary & Brotherhood Meet
The Convention Choir Ensemble is Coming to Springfield
Join us next Sunday, January 26 at 6:00 pm as we welcome an ensemble from The Convention Choir. All are warmly welcome.
Questions? Contact us. Need directions? Click here.