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'Pure Refreshment'
It could be merely a piece of plywood stretched across two sawhorses, but you should have a special place for Bible study—a place that doesn’t have to be shared with sewing, letter-writing or bill-paying.
For years, mine was just an old wooden table between an upright chest of drawers and a taller desk.
On my desk I have collected a number of good translations of the Bible for reference, a Bible dictionary, a concordance and several devotional books. I also keep notebooks, a mug full of pens and a special pen that writes on the pages of my Bible without smearing or bleeding through.
When we were in school, we always kept a notebook handy to take notes on the professor’s lecture. How much more important it is to take notes when God is teaching us!
If we have to clear off a spot for Bible study during a crowded day, we are likely to put it off. But if we have a place where our Bible is always open and handy, whenever there is a lull in the storm, we can grab a cup of coffee and sit down for a few minutes or more of pure refreshment and companionship.
from the January 2007 issue of "Decision" magazine
'Pure Refreshment'
It could be merely a piece of plywood stretched across two sawhorses, but you should have a special place for Bible study—a place that doesn’t have to be shared with sewing, letter-writing or bill-paying.
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DonateOn my desk I have collected a number of good translations of the Bible for reference, a Bible dictionary, a concordance and several devotional books. I also keep notebooks, a mug full of pens and a special pen that writes on the pages of my Bible without smearing or bleeding through.
When we were in school, we always kept a notebook handy to take notes on the professor’s lecture. How much more important it is to take notes when God is teaching us!
If we have to clear off a spot for Bible study during a crowded day, we are likely to put it off. But if we have a place where our Bible is always open and handy, whenever there is a lull in the storm, we can grab a cup of coffee and sit down for a few minutes or more of pure refreshment and companionship.
Ruth Bell Graham
Ruth Bell Graham was the wife of evangelist Billy Graham and mother of five children. Born to missionary parents in China, Ruth faithfully supported her husband throughout his ministry, raising their children in his absences. Ruth was also a poet and author, and published a number of books. Visit the Ruth Bell Graham Memorial Web site»
©1982 Ruth Bell GrahamRuth Bell Graham was the wife of evangelist Billy Graham and mother of five children. Born to missionary parents in China, Ruth faithfully supported her husband throughout his ministry, raising their children in his absences. Ruth was also a poet and author, and published a number of books. Visit the Ruth Bell Graham Memorial Web site»
from the January 2007 issue of "Decision" magazine
