Engage the Word 2012

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The Bible tells us, "The word of God is alive and active, sharper than any double-edge sword. It cuts all the way through, to where the soul and spirit meet, to where joints and marrow come together. It judges the desires and thoughts of the heart" (Hebrews 4:12).  The Bible is where we learn to hear God's voice.
Engage the Word is a forty day interaction with the Scriptures in order to learn what God is saying to us through His Word.  Each day you are encouraged to PRAY, READ, REFLECT, AND RESPOND.
  • PRAY and ask God to connect with me here.  Beginning with focus and openness to see what God has for me.
  • READ the selected selection of Scripture slowly.  Marking the words and phrases that intrigue me, reading them a second time.
  • REFLECT on what grabs me here.  Thinking through what God is communication to me; stopping long enough to let this take root and thanking God for engaging me.
  • RESPOND to the passage. Speaking directly to God about what’s on my mind and heart. Looking for ways to live out what I find – individually and with my church Looking for ways to bring what I find to others.

Pastor Norman spoke about the Power of God's Word.  You can hear that message here.

Below are the readings for the forty day emphasis in the fall of 2012.   If you wish you can also review the 2011 series.


You can also download a brochure listing the reading schedule here.
October 1, 2012
October 2, 2012
October 3, 2012
October 4, 2012
October 5, 2012
October 6, 2012
October 7, 2012
October 8, 2012
October 9, 2012
October 10, 2012
October 11, 2012
October 12, 2012
October 13, 2012
October 14, 2012
October 15, 2012
October 16, 2012
October 17, 2012
October 18, 2012
October 19, 2012
October 20, 2012
October 21, 2012
October 22, 2012
October 23, 2012
October 24, 2012
October 25, 2012
October 26, 2012
October 27, 2012
October 28, 2012
October 29, 2012
October 30, 2012
October 31, 2012
November 1, 2012
November 2, 2012
November 3, 2012
November 4, 2012
November 5, 2012
November 6, 2012
November 7, 2012
November 8, 2012
November 9, 2012
Noah Built an Altar
Let us Make a Name for Ourselves
A Place Called Bethel
They Took Joseph to Egypt
Grain in Egypt
I Am Your Brother
I Am Who I Am
On Dry Ground
You Have Sinned a Great Sin
Yet They Did Not Listen
The Sword of the Lord
Long Live the King
I Come to You in the Name of the Lord
You Are the Man
Give Your Servant an Understanding Mind
The Lord is My Shepherd
Have Mercy on Me
Trust in the Lord With All Your Heart
Commit Your Work to the Lord
I Am Sending My Messenger
The Kingdom of Heaven is Like
Lord, Save Me!
What Is Your Name?
What Must I Do?
Who is Greater?
What is Truth?
By What Name Did You Do This?
May I Be Baptized?
God Raised Him from the Dead
Almost Persuaded
No Condemnation
Live By the Spirit
Be Strong in the Lord
The Peace of God
The Kingdom of the Beloved Son
We Do Not Lose Heart
A Chosen Race, A Royal Priesthood
Love One Another
Seven Golden Lampstands
Faithful and True
Genesis 8:1-22; 9:1-17
Genesis 11:1-9
Genesis 27:1-46; 28:1-22
Genesis 37:1-36
Genesis 42:1-38
Genesis 45:1-28; 46:1-7
Exodus 3:1-22; 4:1-17
Exodus 13:17-22; 14:1-31
Exodus 32:1-35
Judges 2:6-23; 3:1-6
Judges 6:1-40; 7:1-25
1 Samuel 8:1-22; 9:1-26
1 Samuel 16:1-23; 17:1-58; 18:1-16
2 Samuel 11:1-27; 12:1-25
1 Kings 2:1-46; 3:1-28
Psalm 23:1-6
Psalm 51:1-19
Proverbs 1:1-33; 2:1-22; 3:1-35; 4:1-27
Proverbs 16:1-33; 17:1-28; 18:1-24
Malachi 1:1-14
Matthew 13:1-58
Matthew 14:22-36
Mark 5:1-20
Luke 10:25-37
Luke 22:1-46
John 18:1-40
Acts 3:1-26; 4:1-37
Acts 8:6-40
Acts 13:1-52; 14:1-28
Acts 25:1-27, 26:1-32; 27:1-44; 28:1-31
Romans 8:1-39
Galatians 5:16-26; 6:1-10
Ephesians 6:10-20
Philippians 4:2-9
Colossians 1:1-23
2 Corinthians 4:1-18; 5:1-21; 6:1-2
1 Peter 1:1-25; 2:1-12
1 John 3:11-24; 4:1-21
Revelation 2:1-29; 3:1-22
Revelation 19:1-21; 20:1-15

Did you know...


Reading the Word of God four times a week or more has a significant impact on a person’s world view, attitudinal habits, and behavioral choices?

Recent studies by the Centre for bible Engagement discovered those who engage in Bible reading four or more times per week experience a much higher level of health and emotional stability?

Young people engaged in reading Scripture at least four times a week are much less likely to be involved in sex outside of marriage, gambling, drugs, pornography or other risky behaviours?

Reading God’s Word regularly feeds our hearts and minds with truth and inspiration, ushers us into His presence and invites us to a close communion with Him.