Truth Treasures – February 2026 – The Light for My Path

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Reflections

It’s February! The days here are getting longer and the sun stronger, which means some of the days are getting warmer. Me no like the cold, says my two year old grand-daughter. I have to agree with her.

Last month, I told you about the Bible reading plan I had started: Grant Horner’s Bible Reading Plan. It is an ambitious one (10 chapters each day), and I was uncertain about how I would like such fast paced reading.

After one month here’s where I am:

I’ve been reading for 38 days. Today, I was on the 32^nd day of the plan, which puts me six days “behind”. In total, I’ve read 315 chapters from all over the Bible: Genesis, Joshua, Judges, Job, Psalms, Proverbs, Isaiah, Matthew, Acts, Romans, 1 Corinthians, 1 & 2 Thessalonians, 1 & 2 Timothy, Titus, Philemon, James, 1 Peter. In twenty years of reading the Bible, I have never spanned so much of its content in such a short period.

What I like:

I am gleaning much from reading concurrently through so many sections of the Bible: There’s something about having the promises of God given (to Abraham) and fulfilled (through Joshua) fresh in the mind that makes the realities of Israel’s compromise and backsliding (in Judges), which brought the warnings of judgment (in Isaiah), very sad and powerful. Daily, I’m reminded of how glorious the gospel is and how much we need a Savior.

I’m discovering more ‘ah-ha‘ moments as life intersects with truth. Recently, as I drove to work, I felt disheartened (ok, I was having a pity party) by a long-unanswered prayer and whispered, “Don’t you care, Lord?”

Suddenly, the phrase, “How much more...” intruded my thoughts. At first, I suspected it was random. Then, I realized that I had read that phrase several times in the last few days. I thought about how often Scripture states the reality that if God does the lesser things, how much more will He do the greater? If God clothes the grass of the fields so beautifully, how much more will He clothe His children? (Matt. 6:26) If evil parents know how to give good gifts to their children, how much more will our heavenly Father give what is good to those who ask? (Matt. 7:10-11) If the unjust judge will grant the persistent widow’s request, how much more will God give justice to his elect who cry out to Him day and night? (Luke 18:7) If God delivered His own Son over for us all, how much more will He also, with Him, give us all things? (Rom. 8:31-32) There are many more examples, but I got the message. My countenance was lifted that morning after being so graciously reminded to persevere in prayer.

What I dislike:

I normally feast slowly on the Word; sometimes a chapter each day, sometimes just a verse. I look up the references and read commentary. I write what I’ve learned and pray through it. I can’t do any of that (or very little) with this plan, and it’s been a hard habit to break. Some days, I can’t help myself, and I do slow down; which is why I’m six days behind.

Both systems of studying Scripture are necessary. For now, I’m gleaning much from this reading plan and will continue with it. I don’t fret when I fall short of the 10 chapter mark. When that happens, I continue from where I left off the day before. I remind myself that it’s not about checking off a list or reaching some specific goal. Bible reading plans are simply a tool to guide me in my study of the Word of God. It is truth that sanctifies, not a reading plan.

How are you reading the Word in 2026? Reading plan? Deeper study? I invite you to share your insights in the comments, or by email.

Reading Nook:

On my Kindle:

Bullies and Saints: An Honest Look at the Good and Evil of Christian History – John Dickson

On my computer:

The Pursuit of Holy Leisure: Enjoying God in the Everyday Places – Cara Ray – This book will be available on March 17, 2026. I am a member of the launch team and currently reading the pdf version. I’m gleaning much from it already, and I’ve only read the first couple of chapters!

Book for Little Ones

Home is Right Where You Are – Ruth Chow Simons. I adore this book. The poetic story is inspired by Psalm 23. The illustrations are stunning, winsome, vibrant. And best of all, the grandchildren love it.

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