Many people wonder why Christians speak so often about the Bible — reading it, studying it, and shaping their lives by it. The reason is simple yet profound: the Bible is not just a book; it is God speaking to His people. Through its pages, we encounter the living Word — Jesus Christ — who reveals who God is and how deeply He loves us.
When we open the Scriptures, we enter into a story that begins with creation and ends with eternal life. Every chapter, every prophecy, every act of mercy points toward God’s desire to dwell with His people. As Saint Paul wrote, “All Scripture is inspired by God and is useful for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness” (2 Timothy 3:16). The Bible is the guide that forms our hearts in truth and leads us closer to Christ.
The Church treasures the Bible because it contains the fullness of God’s revelation — everything we need to know for our salvation. The Old Testament prepares us for the coming of Christ, and the New Testament reveals Him fully. Together, they form one divine message of love, fulfilled in Jesus, the Word made flesh. This is why the Church proclaims the Scriptures in every Mass: it is God Himself speaking to His people here and now.
In our personal lives, the Bible becomes the place where God meets us daily. Its words comfort us in sorrow, challenge us in pride, and strengthen us in faith. When we pray with Scripture, we are not simply reading about God — we are listening to Him. The more we dwell in His Word, the more our hearts begin to echo His voice.
May we approach the Bible not as a textbook, but as a living conversation with God — one that shapes our minds, heals our hearts, and draws us ever closer to His love.
— Fr. John Matthew, for Christian Way
