006 - JTRP Spiritual Disciplines - How to Study The Bible

• https://www.desiringgod.org/labs/i-dont-want-to-read-the-bible
• https://www.desiringgod.org/labs/i-dont-see-wonders
• https://www.desiringgod.org/labs/i-am-distracted-and-divided
• https://www.desiringgod.org/labs/my-emotional-response-is-weak
• https://www.desiringgod.org/articles/how-to-go-deeper-in-bible-study 

I really love his IOUS acronym.  These are good things to pray when we approach the word.  

• I. Incline my heart to your testimonies. Psalm 119:36 (Since my heart is inclined to sleep and work and lots of things other than the Bible.)
• O. Open my eyes to see wonders in your word. Psalm 119:18 (Since my heart is so often dull and blind to the wonders of the word.)
• U. Unite my heart to fear your name. Psalm 86:11 (Since my heart is often divided and distracted in many directions.)
• S. Satisfy me with your steadfast love. Psalm 90:14 (Since my heart is so tempted to be satisfied in other things.)