Do You Desire to Read the Bible or are You "Obligated"

     I felt moved to post this as I had written in my journal.  It is very important for us to understand this. So the entry goes:

4/2/15- Why has reading the Bible become an “obligation?” It should be a willingness/desire to seek the Lord-to want to know Him better. Yet, many just feel obligated. I felt that way at one point, but it’s a horrible feeling. I want to know His Word. His word teaches us, chastises us, ministers to us. We’re taught to love, obey, forgive, help, how to pray & fast. We’re taught about character of which we need. Treat the Bible with want not an “obligation.” “(16)All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness (17)That the man of God may be perfect, throughly furnished unto all good works,” 2 Timothy 3:16-17.  

     Your Sister in Christ,

     Mary