The “Power of 4” & Scripture Engagement

Believe the Best – The Surprising Stats on Bible Reading

Hi friend,

This is one of my favourite pieces of research ever. When I first heard it courtesy of

Aimée Walker

from

The Devoted Collective

I was soooo excited for the implications for my friends (and for those I don’t yet know)!

Research with over 400,000 participants found that engaging with the Bible four times a week or more (only four times, and it can be audio/listening if reading is not your thing) drastically reduces harmful habits and negative emotions. Some of the findings included:

• Feeling lonely drops by 30%

• Anger issues drop by 32%

• Bitterness in relationships drops by 40%

• Alcoholism drops by 57%

• Pornography use drops by 61%

• And sharing your faith skyrockets by 200%!

This is the “Power of 4.” Four times a week in the Word. That’s it!

When we saturate our minds with God’s truth, it transforms how we think and live. If you’re struggling to get into the Bible regularly, try small steps: set a reminder, follow a short reading plan, or use an audio Bible on your commute. Reading along in community is another huge way of finding accountability and joy for the journey.

Check out the reading plans, mini studies and deep dives from www.thedevotedcollective.org for inspiration and studies that combine deep theology and Spirit-inspired application. It’s head + heart, and I believe you’ll love them!

Or keep hanging with me in this space and we can cheer each other on!

Little habits pave the way for big spiritual shifts.

Rooting for you,

Em

How are you getting in the Word this week? What are some of your favourite ways to engage with Scripture? Let us know below and let’s spur one another on!