Give Me the Bible: Why You Need God’s Word More Than Ever

The world is full of voices—social media, news, entertainment—all competing for our attention. But in the midst of the noise, there is one voice that never changes: God's Word. The Bible is not just another book; it's the living, breathing Word of God that has stood the test of time and has the power to transform lives.

Is the Bible Still Relevant Today?
Some say the Bible is outdated. Others claim it’s been changed too much to be trusted. But history tells a different story.

• The Dead Sea Scrolls (discovered in 1947) confirmed that the Old Testament we read today is nearly identical to what was written thousands of years ago.
• Despite being banned, burned, and attacked, the Bible remains the best-selling book of all time.
• No other book has transformed violent people into peacemakers, drug addicts into faithful followers, and sinners into saints.

The Bible is unchanging because God is unchanging. Isaiah 40:8 reminds us, "The grass withers and the flowers fall, but the word of our God endures forever."

Why Do We Struggle to Read the Bible?
Be honest—when was the last time you spent intentional time reading God’s Word? We live in a distracted world, where entertainment and social media consume our time.
Did you know?

• It takes about 75 hours to read the entire Bible.
• That’s less time than it takes to binge-watch The Office or Grey’s Anatomy.
• Just 15 minutes a day is enough to read the Bible in one year.

The problem isn’t lack of time—it’s our priorities.

How to Make the Bible a Daily Habit

1. Start small – Begin with the Gospels or Psalms. You don’t have to read for hours—just start.
2. Listen to the Bible – If reading is hard, try an audio Bible during your commute.
3. Pray before reading – Ask the Holy Spirit to guide your understanding.
4. Use a plan – Follow a Bible reading plan to stay on track.
5. Journal your thoughts – Write down what God is teaching you.

God’s Word Will Transform You
The Bible isn’t just for information—it’s for transformation. When you spend time in God’s Word, your heart changes. You begin to see yourself through His eyes, and He gives you the strength to overcome temptation.

Psalm 119:11 says, "I have hidden your word in my heart that I might not sin against you."
The enemy knows the power of Scripture, which is why he tries so hard to distract us. Don't let him win. Open your Bible today and let God speak to you.