This week at m2o we are embarking on an exciting adventure together as we read through the whole bible from cover to cover, without stopping, day and night. We think it will take us between 75 and 85 hours. So, starting on Thursday morning, we expect to finish sometime on Sunday afternoon. It's a marathon reading of the bible, so we've called it a "Bibleathon".
Over the four days we shall be reading about 775,600 words, 31,100 verses, 1,189 chapters and 66 books by over 40 different authors!
Why are we taking on this enormous challenge? The bible says of itself:
"For the word of God is living and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart." Hebrews 4:12
The bible is a powerful weapon and its words are challenging as we encounter them. Sometimes we just can't be bothered to read the bible. Other times it is too uncomfortable or too challenging, because as we read it, the words reveal the truth about ourselves and we don't always like what we see.
But it is only as we are honest with God about our true selves that we can find forgiveness and fulfillment in life.
I hope you will be joining in this adventure – it's not too late to sign up to come and read, simply ring 01788 330442 and we can put you down for a slot. But you don't have to wait until later this week, you could read the bible right now and ask God to reveal something of himself to you – but watch out, it can be dangerous!
Martin Saxby
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