I don't know where I would be without my Bible, or to be exact, Bibles. I've a whole collection of them in my study. Some I've had for years; others were given to me; and still others have been recently purchased. Without a Bible, I wouldn't be me. Without God's Word in my life, I wouldn't be a Christian.

Now that's not to say that I'm a sanctimonious, Bible thumping, self-righteous holy roller. I do have my moments, but the Bible is more of a spiritual guide book to me, rather than a sacred sword with which I smite my enemies. I believe in its contents. I believe it speaks more about truth than any other scripture in existence today. I know that it points out my character flaws, sinful ways, and bad decisions more than anything else in the world. It keeps my feet on solid ground, and not high up on some academic theological pedestal of my own making.

The Bible also comforts me, encourages me, and inspires me. There have been thousands of times in my life when a Bible verse, passage or story has deeply connected with my life. In times of sadness, the Bible has helped me weep. In moments of joy, the Bible has shown me how to rejoice. in all of this, I find it to be completely trustworthy.

The Bible keeps me connected to God and His people through the best and worst of times. I write daily Bible email devotions to build up the church I serve, and strengthen an Internet faith community that exists across many states, a number of nations, and over several continents. Without trusting the Bible, we could not do this. Without having confidence in the scriptures, there would be nothing to keep us together.

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