My Bible Reading Feels Flat — What Can I Do?

12/28/2023

Ask Pastor John

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Sometimes, perhaps even often, we read Scripture with our eyes, grasp its truth in our minds, yet feel little pleasure in our hearts. What can we do in such moments?

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Ask Pastor John

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