Daily Searching the Scriptures

Daily "searching the Scriptures" (Acts 17:11, 12) implies more than just reading the Bible. It is a diligent, organized study. The Lord Jesus Himself is always our example. "Beginning at Moses and all the prophets, He expounded unto them in all the Scriptures the things concerning Himself." Luke 24:27. This shows that He took up the Scriptures in an orderly way. Sometimes we have a habit of reading only our favorite portions, but the Lord read all of the Scriptures. It is all for our learning (Rom. 15:4). "Receiving" the words of Scripture (Prov. 2:1) also implies more than just reading them. It suggests taking them in and personally applying them to yourself in a practical way.