FAITH NEWS SERVICE – United States—Monday, September 9, 2024

Discover a transformative way to engage with Scripture in a new study of the Book of James

In a world where Bible reading can easily become just another task to check off, Misty Fitch offers a refreshing and deeply relational approach to Scripture in her new twelve-week Bible study of the Book of James. “Reading the Bible with Purpose: the Book of James” invites readers to move beyond rote reading and step into a vibrant, Spirit-led conversation with God.

Unlike traditional Bible studies that often rely on question-and-answer formats, this innovative study encourages readers to pause, reflect, and listen to God’s voice through the words of Scripture. Misty Fitch passionately believes that reading the Bible should be more than a daily routine—it should be an intimate encounter with the Creator of the universe.

“Isn’t it wonderful that the creator of all things yearns to spend such sweet time with you?” asks Fitch. “Allow yourself to truly enter into his presence as you read the words he so lovingly placed on those pages for you.”

This Bible study stands out for its unique structure designed to deepen your spiritual journey:

• Reflective Meditation: Each week begins with an engaging story that sets the tone, followed by a focused meditation on a specific Scripture passage.
• Personal Journaling: As the week progresses, readers are encouraged to journal their thoughts and reflections, allowing space for God’s voice to speak into their hearts.
• Insightful Weekly Wrap-Up: At the end of each week, readers will find a relatable and insightful teaching that brings the Scripture to life and provides practical application.
• Comprehensive Study Tools: A reader’s guide, reflection questions, and study questions are included to help apply the Scriptures to real life, making this study not just an intellectual exercise, but a transformative experience.

“Reading the Bible with Purpose: the Book of James” is an invitation to a deeper relationship with God. It offers readers a chance to slow down, reflect, and truly engage with the Word in a way that transforms both mind and spirit. Whether you are a seasoned believer or new to the faith, this study is designed to meet you where you are and guide you into a richer, more intimate experience of God’s presence.

Misty Fitch’s “Reading the Bible with Purpose: the Book of James” will be free and available for download on Amazon for 5 days, Tuesday, September 10 through September 14, 2024. “Reading the Bible with Purpose” is rated 5 stars by those who purchased and reviewed the book. Here’s what just a couple of the reviewers have said:

Shellie Leverett
5 Stars Perfect for group study
“Incredibly insightful and relatable. Highly recommend for group or individual study.”

LG
5 Stars  A refreshing way to hold scripture up to the light and let it shine into your life.
“A lot of studies tend to lean towards ‘Here is what scripture says’ and ‘How does this apply to my life?’ Wash, rinse, repeat. This is not that book. Yes, it does ask how it applies to your life but the way that you get there opens up scripture and makes it come to life … she asks you to dig in and gives you tips on listening to God while doing that. Making notes while going through the weekly scripture forces you to really process what it’s saying, so by the time you get to working on ‘What it’s saying to me?’ or ‘What it’s saying about God?’, you are already asking yourself questions about what God is saying, what he means by it … Her Weekly Wrap Ups are filled with interesting tidbits, facts and thoughts that help round out everything you have just discovered in your notes.

I highly recommend this book! Dig in and be blessed!”

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Author, speaker, and podcaster Misty Fitch has a bachelor’s degree in English and Spanish and a master’s in education administration and taught high school English, Spanish, and creative writing for fifteen years. The founder of Fearfully Made Ministries, she is the author of six other books, speaker for events and retreats, and podcaster for My Beautiful Chaos. Almost empty nesters, she and her husband, Matt, have one of their four kids still at home in a small town in Texas. Her tagline is “You were created on purpose, with purpose, and for a purpose.”

For interviews, contact Misty at Connect@mistyfitch.com.

Website: www.MistyFitch.com