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What’s the first thing you think of when it comes to reading the Bible? For years of my life, I saw it as a task or just another thing to do. But in the past few years, I have learned to love reading the Bible. I love it because I can learn from it. I learn more about Jesus and what He did for me. The Bible isn’t just history or stories. It is something that we can learn from. Everything in the Bible is there for us to learn and grow from. The Bible is something that can truly change our lives. The author of Romans, Paul, teaches us that the Bible was written long ago for a purpose, which is to teach and encourage us. When we read the Bible to learn, rather than just reading it as a task, we gain hope and encouragement. We learn that we have a purpose in life. Because the Bible is not just a textbook, it is how we can learn more about God.

So today, spend time reading the Bible. Ask your small group leader, parent, or friend for a suggestion of where to start. As you read, look for one new thing you didn’t already know about God.

Written by Matthew, age 17, from Sanford, Florida, USA