A simple man sharing God's Word in Biblical Equipping

First of all I am a simple man who lives a simple life. There is nothing complicated about me. I know God loves me unconditionally even with all my faults. I am thankful for His mercy and grace. Glory be to God.

When I look back even five years ago, what a difference there is in my life. I have read more in the Bible then ever before. In my understanding of what God wants of me, I have grown to a new level. I can surely say I am a happier person. Reading the Bible privately brings a great sense of peace and joy. There is so much there.

Biblical Equipping is another level of studying and living God's Word. I become closer to God each time I go through the experience, which I enjoy so much. Biblical Equipping… WOW... a totally new understanding of God's Word. Let us take a walk through the following steps.

Step 1 Share

Biblical Equipping is to share in a group. Finding out that we are all alike in so many ways. You share what a verse in the Bible meant to you during the past week. Putting a personal thought to a better understanding of what God is saying to you this past week. Other people in my group including my self grow to a new understanding.

Step 2 Hear

Biblical Equipping is to hear what God is saying. Well, we just read out loud, each taking a turn if we want to read aloud. I enjoy that more and more. We have a moment of silence before we start to read. I usually pray to myself for God to open my heart and mind to His Word. I realize that God is speaking to me in His Word.

Step 3 Explore

Exploring what God is saying in a group discussion brings a better understanding of what He is saying to me. We just open new doors of understanding all the time. This is huge: for me to understand God's Word in a new level. Good friends in my group aid me with the Holy Spirit to take another look at what God is saying to each of us.

Step 4 Connect

This is a way I remember what we just talked about. Using everyday examples to aid me in my understanding of life and God's will for me. The group really helps me to understand and apply God's Word to every day life.

Step 5 Prepare

That is where my friends help me. They always say, "Now Rodney, what are you going to do about what we just read and talked about?"

"I'll try to do what pleases God," I say, but I know that is easier said than done… well, a lot easier said than done. After exploring and connecting with God's Word the process begins in my life. I can truly say God is there with thoughts, words in my mouth, and deeds where I can't but He can. Here I give all glory to Him for His everyday miracle in my life. Thank you God in preparing me for each new step.

Step 6 Obey

Well, that is the most difficult for me. I surely give my best and am so thankful for God's mercy and grace. Obeying God's Word makes for a happier life for my family and myself.

Step 7 Meditate

Now I meditate for hours, sometimes in the middle of the night, a peaceful time for me. I really come closer to God during this time. I meditate on the way to work. I meditate after I pray, after reading God's Word. God usually chooses the time for me when it seems the best. It is so good to listen to Him during this time. Yes, I am teachable some times. God is talking to me during this time if I can just listen more.

Step 8 Reflect

It is an awesome time for me in the Word when I get an understanding of what God is doing in my life. Reflecting is a step forward and upward.

Biblical Equipping has brought me to an all-new level in my walk with Christ Jesus. I am so thankful and grateful that God is working in my life to help me understand His will for me. Thanks be to God. I understand the Bible a little bit better each time I open myself up to God and the Holy Spirit in my heart and mind in Biblical Equipping. What I know of God's love today is much more of an understanding of his mercy, grace, honor, and glory. It is all about Him… all glory and honor to my Lord, Christ Jesus.

A simple man sharing God's Word in Biblical Equipping.
Your friend in Christ
Rodney Serbus

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