Bridget A. Thomas
Every day is a gift!
Luke Bible Study Coming in December
I have an exciting announcement! And you already know what it is by the title of this post! Ha! Yes during the month of December I will host a Bible study going through the book of Luke. There are 24 chapters in this book of the Bible. So starting on December 1 and reading one chapter a day means we will complete the book on Christmas Eve.
A couple of years ago, my friend Renee did something similar on social media. Each day she tagged all of her friends to get them in on the action. She asked each of us to comment on a verse that spoke to us. I loved this idea, and since then I have heard of others doing something similar.
Last year I had thought about hosting something here on my blog. However, since we all went through a Gratitude Challenge for 30 days in November, I wasn’t sure if everyone would have the energy to participate. So that is why I am doing it this year instead.
Therefore, December 1-24 we will read through the book of Luke. We will read one chapter a day. And then each day I will have a blog post here with a takeaway from that chapter. I hope you will join in on the fun. You are welcome to comment on the posts with your takeaway from the chapter we read that day. Some of the posts will be longer, some shorter. Most posts will contain new content. However, in some cases I might pull something from the archives, if I have an old post that fits.
Why am I doing this? It is no secret that the past two years have been a challenge for all of us. With the pandemic, all the terrible things we hear about in the news, and challenges in our personal lives, things have been tough. I think taking some time to sit with our Savior every day will do all of our hearts some good. No matter what we are facing in life, Jesus is there for us. He can help us with the challenges we face and He can help us to regain some perspective.
Also, during the Christmas season, with the hustle and bustle, we tend to lose sight of the reason for the season. We stay busy shopping for the perfect Christmas gifts, planning the perfect menus, and focusing on all the festivities. December seems to come and go so fast. And then when it is over we realize we didn’t take time to focus on the true meaning of Christmas – Jesus.
So I hope you will join me for this Bible study. I am looking forward to spending time with Jesus and with each of you next month.
If you are also participating in the Gratitude Challenge, I hope you will continue that as well. It only takes a couple of minutes to jot down ten things you are thankful for. And I hope that you have already been seeing how this one habit can help transform your life.
Bridget A. Thomas 
I have no doubt that this will be good. I intend to join in, but as December is a bit busy for me I might miss a couple of days here and there.
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I am excited that you will try to join in! But don’t feel bad if you miss some. God will lead you to the right posts! 🤗♥️
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I tried reading a chapter of Luke a day for the first time last year. I fell short as Christmas approached. I look forward to your reflections, Bridget!
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I understand! December is always a whirlwind and it can be difficult to keep up with a reading plan. I hope you can pop in every now and then. But don’t feel pressured. I know you are busy with your job right now. 🤗
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What a great idea!! I’ll definitely be joining in. Such a nice way to lead up to Christmas!
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Yay! I am so glad you will be joining in! I am looking forward to it and I hope it helps us savor our Savior!
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Great idea! I’d been wanting and wandering what I’d do as an advent idea this year! This is perfect!
Thank you Bridget!
❤️
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Alicia, I am so happy to hear that you will be joining and that this will give you something for advent. I always want to do something for advent too. Sometimes I will read a devotional. But other times the month seems to fly by and then I didn’t get to do anything. I hope this helps us to focus on what the season is all about! 🙏♥️🙌
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Yes ditto!! I get overwhelmed because it is such a busy time of year so I want to keep it simple when it comes to advent, which almost sounds ridiculous BUT as I keep it simple I’m able to focus and reflect whatever I’ve chosen to study on without feeling crazy-busy. ❤️
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That doesn’t sound ridiculous. I know what you mean. Keeping it simple sounds perfect. And it allows our souls to have breathing room and just soak up a bit of Jesus.
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Good words, Bridget! I’m glad you get my thinking!❤️
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Sounds like an awesome idea! 🤗
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Thank you, Dawn! ♥️
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Sounds good and your reasons for doing it sound good as well! Yes, it’s been a tough year and remembering the reason for the season during a holiday that can be difficult for some is the perfect time to sit with our Savior. ❤❤ Great idea. 👍
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Thank you, friend! I am looking forward to it. I hope we can soak up some time with Jesus, as we draw closer to Him! ♥️
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