What practical steps can we take to "take this Book of the Law"? The Call to “Take This Book of the Law” “Take this Book of the Law and place it beside the ark of the covenant of the LORD your God, so that it will be a witness against you.” (Deuteronomy 31:26) Why This Command Still Matters • God’s Word is a living witness (Hebrews 4:12). • It guards us from drifting (Psalm 119:11). • It equips us for every good work (2 Timothy 3:16-17). Practical Steps to Take and Keep the Book of the Law • Receive It Intentionally – Dedicate a specific place and time daily for Scripture (Psalm 143:8). – Treat that slot as non-negotiable, just as Israel set the Book beside the ark. • Read It Systematically – Follow a reading plan that covers the whole counsel of God (Acts 20:27). – Alternate between Old and New Testament books to see continuity. • Reflect Deeply – Meditate day and night (Joshua 1:8); pause after each paragraph to ask, “What does this reveal about God’s character?” – Journal insights to reinforce retention (Deuteronomy 6:9). • Recite and Memorize – Commit key verses to memory (Psalm 119:97). – Speak them aloud during daily routines; let the Word “not depart from your mouth” (Joshua 1:8). • Revere Its Authority – Submit every opinion and decision to Scripture’s verdict (Isaiah 8:20). – When culture conflicts with the Word, side with the Word every time (Acts 5:29). • Relate It to Community – Share passages in fellowship gatherings (Colossians 3:16). – Encourage family devotions; post verses in visible places at home (Deuteronomy 6:7). • Respond in Obedience – Move from study to action: forgive, give, serve, speak truth, as commanded (James 1:22-25). – Track answered prayer and transformed habits to celebrate God’s faithfulness. The Ongoing Witness When we receive, read, reflect, recite, revere, relate, and respond to Scripture, the Book of the Law is no longer a relic beside an ancient ark; it becomes an ever-present witness guiding hearts, shaping lives, and glorifying the Lord today. |
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