Bible Quote by J. C. Ryle
“There is not enough Bible-reading among us. It is not sufficient to have the Book. We must actually READ it, and PRAY over it ourselves. It will do us no good, if it only lies still in our houses. We must be actually familiar with its contents, and have its texts stored in our memories and minds. Knowledge of the Bible never comes by intuition. It can only be obtained by diligent, regular, daily, attentive, wakeful reading.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Importance of Scripture Reading, 1865
Reading and meditating on the Bible actively is essential; passive ownership yields no spiritual benefit.
In simple terms: Active Bible study is necessary for growth.
Key Takeaway
Read and reflect on Scripture daily.
Themes
faith
discipline
spiritual growth
study
practice
Mood
motivational
encouraging
Type
practical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- church teaching
- Bible study groups
Key Concepts
scripture engagement
habit formation
personal devotion
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we make daily reading realistic?
- What obstacles hinder our spiritual study?
A Different Perspective
Many find it hard to maintain consistent reading habits.
