Actually, I’m enjoying the whole gospel too! I’ve tackled it in a fairly strange order, for no particular reason… the first chapter I learned was 15, some years ago, then I gradually added 10-14, then 16-21, and now for the past year or more I’ve been working on chapters 1-9. So I’ve just got 8 and 9 to start now, and I’ll have started the whole gospel. But none of the chapters are 100% learnt yet, so I’ll be enjoying reviewing John for many more years, I reckon!
How far have you got? I’m currently enjoying these middle chapters 5-8, where Jesus is teaching / debating with the people. I’m realising how little I’ve read this part, compared to the more familiar sections.
How far have you got? I’m currently enjoying these middle chapters 5-8, where Jesus is teaching / debating with the people. I’m realising how little I’ve read this part, compared to the more familiar sections.
I love those chapters 5-8 also but ... what to say :) I love all of the Gospel of John. It's going to take a lifetime to adequately cover all of it. But I'm glad you're enjoying 5-8 PeterP :)
Actually, I’m enjoying the whole gospel too! I’ve tackled it in a fairly strange order, for no particular reason… the first chapter I learned was 15, some years ago, then I gradually added 10-14, then 16-21, and now for the past year or more I’ve been working on chapters 1-9. So I’ve just got 8 and 9 to start now, and I’ll have started the whole gospel. But none of the chapters are 100% learnt yet, so I’ll be enjoying reviewing John for many more years, I reckon!
it's a good attitude. We have a lifetime to grow closer and closer to the Lord by studying and memorising His Word. None of us has arrived or can sit on their laurels, so to speak :) What I'm lacking in the Gospel of John is chapters 17-21. While I've certainly read that portion many times over the years, I've never worked on those specific verses here in this format :)
And I too was struck by how similar is the language in those verses in Chronicles to the words of Moses to the people when they were about to cross the Red Sea. “Fear not, stand firm, and see the salvation of the Lord […] The Lord will fight for you, and you have only to be silent.” (Ex 14:13-14)
Thank you both for sharing. It’s truly a pleasure to read this thread, ‘listening’ to two people who are so deeply committed to knowing the Bible and living in the presence of God.
Glad to hear your health is better. I’d say it’s good to find a balance between studying the Bible (with reference texts etc) and reading the Bible (I especially like the Lectio Divina approach) and learning passages from the Bible (using LearnScripture). I pray that God will lead you in the way that’s right for you.
Congratulations from me too. I’m also intrigued: your chart shows extraordinary consistency reviewing 60-70 verses each day, and a marked change from the beginning of January. Did you set yourself a new-year resolution?
Congratulations, PeterP, on all of your diligent work in reaching 60 million! That represents a lot tea having been brewed before you begin your time of study. For me it represents a lot of coffee :)