My Bible

I’ve mentioned “My Bible” many times in my blog. I’ve shown you pictures and have written about all of the notes I have  in this precious book.

             

I have had this Bible since 1991. I’ve used it and worn it out. But, not to the point that I’m ready to replace it.  I love my notes and I love the way the leather cover is pliable.  I’m comfortable with this book.

Well, a few months ago, I decided for my “bucket list” – of which I had NONE, that I wanted to study – not just read but really study each book of the Bible. – Preferably in the Inductive Bible Study Method. Kay Arthur developed “Precept Upon Precept” which you can learn more about H.E.R.E. 

So, I ordered a new Inductive Study Bible….

                 

I have had it a couple of weeks and have started on my “bucket list.”  YAY!!!!    BUT…

I have a dilemma! I feel so loyal to my old Bible! It’s been hard for me to make a switch! I mentioned this on face book and got so many wonderful, funny, and encouraging comments!

I don’t feel inclined to carry both Bibles to Bible Study so believe I will continue using my “old” Bible for church, etc. and use the new one for my personal Bible Study.

As one dear friend mentioned, using a new Bible with no notes  may cause me to be  able to “hear” God more clearly as He teaches me new things.

Do you have a favorite Bible you are reluctant to give up?

30 days of Thankfulness, Day 1

Day 1:

I am grateful for My God for seeing something in me that no one else could ever possibly see,

for giving me strength when life gets tough and makes me weak,

for courage when I am afraid,

He gives me peace when my life becomes chaotic,

He helps me to be kind when I don't want to be,

He shows me grace so that I might learn to be gracious,

and He gives me dignity - when I want to throw fits!

This doesn't even begin to touch all He does for me - all He calls me to be.

But I will spend my lifetime striving to be the woman He wants me to be

and call on His forgiveness when I fall short.

This is my prized possession.

My instructions from Him.

This is my favorite verse. 

Philippians 2:5

"Your attitude should be the same as that of Christ Jesus."

I know I often fall short of this attitude.

That's okay because He understands

and 

He knows my heart.

Thank you, God.