This post is
written for the April blogging #A-Z 2018.
I have chosen the theme Books and
Authors for this year.
B - Bible
When I thought about this letter
B- two books came to my mind, one was the Bible which was introduced
to me in my youth and another one was “Born to Win” a book that I borrowed from
the library and read it.
Both the books had a great impact on me, and my life. The first one was an inspiring and I continue to read till date, according to
the seasons followed in the Catholic Church. Hence I shall focus on the first
one.
The
bible is a collection of books that the Catholic Church believes, that it was
inspired words of God. It’s like a library of books that were written over the
course of a thousand years. It is considered sacred literature because it is inspired by God himself. There are 73 books in the bible and it’s
divided into two parts, the Old Testament that has 46 books and the New
Testament that has 27 books.
Being
brought up in the catholic faith I was always fascinated by some very beautiful
stories that appealed to me as a child. I still remember the popular stories in
the old testament and loved to read – Story of Creation, Cain and Abel, Tower
of Babel, Noah’s Ark, Sodom and Gomorrah, Crossing the Red sea, Daniel and the
Lion’s Den, The story of Joseph, David and Goliath, Job, Ruth, Esther,
Samson and Delilah and there are many more which are thought provoking books
giving us learning’s and lessons.
Then
there is the New Testament books that focuses on Jesus - birth, miracles,
teaching, preaching and some very beautiful sermons on the mount, parables with
great insight on love, forgiveness, mission and the very purpose of his life
here on earth.
I
enjoy reading even now as I follow the daily readings in the church and would
love to begin my day with bible reading to inspire myself and derive strength
for my daily living. Some of my favorite affirmations
from the bible I have learnt over the years and I still practice:
“Fear not for I am
with you” Isaiah 41: 10
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“I am with you
always, until the very end of time” Matt. 28:20
“I have loved you
with an everlasting love” Jer 31:3
“You are created in
the image of God” Gen. 1:27
“All things work
together for good for those who trust God” Rom. 8:28
“I will trust in
the Lord with all my heart” Prov.3:5
“I am fearfully and
wonderfully made” Psalm 139:14
“I am never alone, God
is always with me, He will never leave me nor forsake me” Joshua 1:5
“I am a child of
the most High God “Psalm 82:6
“I am the light of
the world, the salt of the earth” Matt. 5:13-14
The second book Born to win by Muriel James & Dorothy Jongeward,was one of the best seller at that time, that speaks of Transactional Analysis (TA) a psychological method that uncovers the roles we play unconsciously. I don't have this book now, but I remember it was quite interesting and enjoyed reading this book.
I am glad to be participating in this challenge; if you are part of this challenge, hope you are doing well.
Thank you for reading my post, would appreciate your thoughts in the form of comments.
Be happy and Blessed !!
I have never read the Bible. Our school was run by Mission Sisters so we used to have a lot of small books which had stories and messages from Bible. In fact I had even subscribed to newsletters and booklets from various organizations during school days. But all that ended after school, but the learnings and messages from the Bible has stayed with me. Thanks for sharing and reviving some old memories and lessons, Genevive.
ReplyDeleteI am happy to hear that you have studied with the sisters,nice to know that you had subscribed to new letters and booklets during your school days. feels good to know that I have revived some old memories and lessons.
DeleteThe Greatest Story Ever Told - the Bible! I love also reading psychological analyses of books from the Bible - eg Jung's Answer to Job. (my small study group studied this last year, reading from the original in the King James first before we tackled Jung's exposition of it). Your quotes are beautifully meaningful Genevive thank you. I too find comfort in them. The gospels are so beautiful and touching.
ReplyDeleteSusan I am fascinated by how you read psychological analyses of books... I like the post on lilith. Jung's answer to Job sounds interesting... have you published psychological analyses, I would love to read. Glad you like the quotes, I memorise and keep affirming myself ..
DeleteI used to read the bible a lot as a kid and also in college, thanks to my convent upbringing. Gave me so much hope and inspiration. Interesting theme here Angela.
ReplyDeleteNice to know that you have read the bible as kid and also in your college. Thanks for being here, appreciate you:)
DeleteThese are beautiful affirmations, you have shared. They would instill optimism in a person in good and bad times.
ReplyDeleteThank you Shesha, I am glad you liked the affirmations, agree that it would work positively on anyone who practices:)
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