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Reading the Bible Supernaturally
Seeing and Savoring the Glory of God in Scripture
by John Piper
This is a book about what it means to read the Bible supernaturally. I
know that sounds strange. If there is anything obvious about you and
me, it is that we are natural, ordinary, finite, mortal. We are not angels
or demons; and we are certainly not God. But if the Bible is what it
claims to be — namely, inspired by God — then it has a supernatural
origin. Not less. But more. In fact, it calls for the very best of natural
reading. But also for more — something beyond what is merely
human.
· I’m not sure if John asked me for an endorsement because he
actually wanted one from me or because he knew how much I needed
to read this book. I have been reading the Bible daily for 35
years. Reading the Bible Supernaturally challenged my motives, effort,
and enjoyment. I doubt I will read the Scriptures the same again. I look
forward to deeper and more wonderful times alone in the Word in the
days ahead. It is a must-read for anyone wanting to take Bible study
seriously.
Francis Chan, Pastor, San Francisco, California

PHILIPPINES: TEAM 2 PHOTOS for both
· There are not many books that should be recommended
beginning Bible readers and for mature Bible readers, but this is one of
them. Utilizing brief and pointed expositions of often overlooked Bible
verses, John Piper helpfully explains why we should be reading the
Bible, the work of the Spirit in our Bible reading, along with the
fundamental skills and habits of faithful Bible reading. I cannot imagine
a serious Christian who would not benefit from a thoughtful reading of
this book.
D. A. Carson, Professor, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School

FREE eBOOK OF THE MONTH:
The Holiest of All
by Andrew Murray

Excerpt from the book:
“Therefore, let us run the race set before us. A race means…
concentration of purpose and will, strenuous and determined
effort. It means that a man while he is on the course gives himself
wholly to one thing – running with all his might. It means that for
the time being he forgets everything for the all-absorbing desire – to
gain the prize. The Christian course means this all through life: a
whole-hearted surrender of oneself, to put aside everything for the
sake of God and His favour. The men who enter the course are
separated from the crowd of idle spectators: they each of them can
say, One thing I do – they run.
Looking unto Jesus – there we have the inner life of the spirit, a
heart always fixed on Jesus in faith and worship, drawing inspiration
and strength from His example and His love.”
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