Worth a read

Worth a read:

Have you ever thought about reading the Bible? You pick it up, glance at how many pages there are, how tiny the words look, how thin the pages feel – and somehow, it’s still a really thick book. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed. You’re not alone.

But that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t read it. Like any big or slightly daunting goal, there are ways to make it easier.

Start small. Choose a manageable section to read. The Gospels are a great place to begin. Take Matthew, for example. It’s only 28 chapters long – less than 25,000 words, or about a quarter of a typical novel. In that short space, you get the whole story of Jesus: his birth, teachings, death, and resurrection. It would only take a few hours to read!

Once you’ve chosen a section, try reading it with others. Join a group of people exploring the same text. If you come across something confusing, someone else might have insight – or you might be able to share your own.

Maybe that group has even invited different people to speak about parts of Matthew, like a focused book club. You could learn about Matthew’s style as a writer, the meaning behind the parables, why Old Testament references are included, and why this is called a “Gospel” or “Good News.”

That’s exactly what Ashby Christadelphians are doing this August; reading and thinking about all things Matthew. Why not join us?

What have you got to lose? Just a bit of time. But what might you gain? A new way to look at life and real hope for the future.

Useful passage to look up: The book of Matthew!

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