My pastor, Barry Cameron, of Crossroads Christian Church, in Grand Prairie, Texas, has just begun preaching through the Gospel of Luke.* I love it when Pastor Barry preaches through a book. I marvel at the timing of the sermons with events happening. I love how easy he make it to understand the Word of God. I love how he preaches the entire Word and does not hesitate to preach the Truth.
I also have begun Bible journaling and am enjoying the length of time it takes me during the creative process. Through this time I think about and meditate on the Scripture given. I am amazed at how much I am learning through this process.
I have been meditating on Luke 1:1-4 (since this was the first sermon of the new series).
1Inasmuch as many have undertaken to compile a narrative of the things that have been accomplished among us , 2just as those who from the beginning were eye witnesses and ministers of the word have delivered them to us, 3 it seemed good to me also, having followed all things closely for some time past, to write an orderly account for you, most excellent Theophilus, 4 that you may have certainty concerning the things you have been taught. (ESV)
As a lover of research, I love how Luke researched. I love how Luke determined to write an orderly account. I knew what I wanted to journal in my Bible but was unsure about how to journal it. I sure didn't want to use the CRAAP test in my Bible. I found the CARS test and it works quite well.
Another event happened today. Someone commented on Facebook about a devotional book and how it didn't quite line up with her Bible. Again I thought, "Do I apply either the CRAAP test or the CARS test to the resources I use as I study the Bible? Is there credibility, reliability, authority, accuracy, and purpose? Is the material supported by the Word of God?
I work hard in my vocation to teach students and teachers how to find good, reputable resources for their research. Do I do the same as I seek out materials for Bible study? I should. My research regarding the Word of God has eternal consequences. My research should be more important than anything I could do for an earthly assignment.
Therefore, my sisters, let us make sure we are sharpening our Swords of Truth on a daily basis. Let us make sure we are using devotional materials which are validated by the Word of God and not using the word of the world.
Blessings,
Debbie
*Pastor Barry Cameron's messages can be found on the Crossroads Christian Church website @ http://www.crossroadschristian.org/. If you are unable to attend your local church check out our live streaming broadcasts as well.
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