What steps can we take to prioritize Scripture in our daily decision-making? A Scroll in the Throne Room “Then the king sent Jehudi to get the scroll, and he took it from the chamber of Elishama the scribe. And Jehudi read it in the hearing of the king and all the officials standing beside him.” (Jeremiah 36:21) What the Moment Teaches Us • God’s Word is meant to be brought into the highest places of authority—including the “throne room” of every heart and home. • Hearing the scroll brought immediate accountability; everyone present now had to respond. • The passage assumes the scroll’s accuracy and authority; no one questions whether it should be read—only how they will react. Steps for Prioritizing Scripture in Daily Decisions 1. Invite the Scroll In • Begin each day by opening the Bible before any major task or conversation. • Like Jehudi, physically bring the text into the room—read it aloud if possible. 2. Read for Understanding, Not Just Exposure • “Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.” (Psalm 119:105) • Pause to define terms, note commands, and identify promises before moving on. 3. Weigh Every Choice Against the Text • Ask, “Does this align with what I just read?” Decisions stay tethered to revealed truth. • “All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting, and training in righteousness.” (2 Timothy 3:16) 4. Obey Immediately • “But be doers of the word, and not hearers only, deluding yourselves.” (James 1:22) • Delay often turns into disobedience; act on the light you have. 5. Meditate Throughout the Day • “This Book of the Law shall not depart from your mouth; you shall meditate on it day and night… for then you will make your way prosperous.” (Joshua 1:8) • Repeat the verse, write it on a card, or set phone reminders to keep it before you. 6. Let Scripture Dwell Richly in Community • “Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly as you teach and admonish one another.” (Colossians 3:16) • Share insights with family, friends, or small groups; mutual counsel sharpens application. Putting It into Practice Today • Choose a reading plan that covers both Testaments; consistency builds familiarity. • Keep a decision journal: record key choices and the passages that guided them. • Memorize one verse each week that addresses an area where you need wisdom. • Schedule a weekly family or roommate “scroll reading,” modeling Jeremiah 36:21 at home. |
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