06/29/2026
This comfort is not a narcotic to put us to sleep, but a divine power that awakens us to a new life of thankfulness... To belong to Jesus Christ is the summary of all Christian confession, the secret of all Christian living, and the source of all Christian hope. -- Abraham Kuyper
This week’s catechism question: Heidelberg Catechism #1
Q. What is your only comfort in life and death?
A. That I am not my own, but belong with body and soul, both in life and in death, to my faithful Savior Jesus Christ. He has fully paid for all my sins with his precious blood, and has set me free from all the power of the devil. He also preserves me in such a way that without the will of my heavenly Father not a hair can fall from my head; indeed, all things must work together for my salvation. Therefore, by his Holy Spirit he also assures me of eternal life and makes me heartily willing and ready from now on to live for him.
This week’s memory verse: 2 Cor. 5:17
(ESV) 17 Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come.
Reading Plans:
A recent study on the effects of regular Bible reading in the life of the Christian revealed that if you read the Word at least 4 days per week you are:
- 228% more like to share faith
- 407% more likely to memorize Scripture
- 59% less likely to view po*******hy
- 30% less likely to struggle with loneliness
- 50% less likely to experience anxiety!
- The more the Word dwells richly within you, the more deliverance you experience!
May this year find us daily opening the Word with humility and expectancy, trusting that the Lord will faithfully nourish our souls and make us fruitful for His glory.
Basic Overview of the Bible Plan: https://www.gracechurchcc.com/basic-overview-of-the-bible-reading-plan/
Walking with Jesus Plan: https://www.gracechurchcc.com/walking-with-jesus/
Two-Year Reading Plan: https://www.gracechurchcc.com/resources/bible-reading-schedule/
More plans from Ligonier: https://www.ligonier.org/posts/bible-reading-plans
Also check out My Bible Tracker app to read systematically at your own pace and track your progress.
Sanctify them by the truth; your word is truth. -- John 17:17
Explore various Bible reading plans designed to help you prioritize abiding in God's Word.
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