Is reading the Bible really that important for Christians? The answer is a resounding yes — and in this episode of Rise and Shine, Haylee explains why God’s Word is not optional, but essential for every believer’s life and faith.
We begin by looking at Jesus as the Word (John 1), understanding that Scripture is not just ink on a page, but a living revelation of who God is. The Bible is truth, nourishment, direction, correction, and protection — and it is one of the primary ways we grow in relationship with God.
In this episode, we explore how Scripture sustains us spiritually, teaches us truth, lights our path, and equips us for the spiritual battles we face daily. God’s Word is how we learn His heart, recognize His voice, and stand firm against the schemes of the enemy.
This teaching is both an encouragement for new believers and a reminder for long-time Christians of why staying rooted in the Word matters now more than ever.
Why Jesus is the Word and why that matters for believers
How Scripture reveals truth and sets us free
Why the Bible is our spiritual sustenance, not just inspiration
How reading God’s Word deepens our relationship with Him
Why Scripture is living, active, and powerful
How God’s Word equips and trains us for righteousness
Why the Word of God is essential in spiritual warfare
How Scripture helps us stand firm against the enemy’s schemes
John 1:1–3, 14 — Jesus as the Word
Hebrews 4:12 — The Word is living and active
Matthew 4:4 — Living by every word from God
Psalm 119:105 — God’s Word lights our path
2 Timothy 3:16–17 — Scripture equips us
John 17:17 — God’s Word is truth
John 8:32 — Truth brings freedom
Matthew 24:35 — God’s Word endures forever
Colossians 3:16 — Let the Word dwell richly
Ephesians 6:11–12 — The armor of God
2 Corinthians 10:3–5 — Spiritual warfare and truth
The Bible is not just a book we read — it is the way we know God, grow in truth, stay nourished, and fight spiritual battles. When we stay in the Word, we stay grounded, protected, and aligned with God’s heart.
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