The One Thing Study presents a straightforward yet impactful method for engaging with the Bible, which can be easily transmitted to your disciples. Its primary aim is to encourage individuals to read, obey, and share God's word effectively. The study comprises three fundamental steps, encapsulated by the acronym O.N.E.
O = Observe.
Read at least a passage of Scripture. They are the basic units of thought in the Bible. Begin with a book in the New Testament, reading through it gradually. Identify the One Thing that resonates with you the most, whether it's a word, phrase, or sentence. Choose something small (a word of phrase) that is easy to recall throughout the day.
N = Note.
Once you've identified it, mark it by underlining, highlighting, or circling it. This will make it readily accessible for personal reflection or sharing with others.
E = Express.
Allow God's word to stir a response. This could involve believing a truth, offering a prayer, or taking a specific action that reflects what you've just read. Keep in mind that obedience is the ultimate objective of receiving divine revelation. Psalm 119:34 Committing to these devotions consistently over time results in profound transformation.
O = Observe.
Read at least a passage of Scripture. They are the basic units of thought in the Bible. Begin with a book in the New Testament, reading through it gradually. Identify the One Thing that resonates with you the most, whether it's a word, phrase, or sentence. Choose something small (a word of phrase) that is easy to recall throughout the day.
N = Note.
Once you've identified it, mark it by underlining, highlighting, or circling it. This will make it readily accessible for personal reflection or sharing with others.
E = Express.
Allow God's word to stir a response. This could involve believing a truth, offering a prayer, or taking a specific action that reflects what you've just read. Keep in mind that obedience is the ultimate objective of receiving divine revelation. Psalm 119:34 Committing to these devotions consistently over time results in profound transformation.
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The One Thing Study holds great power; simplicity doesn't mean it's shallow. It's life-changing because it connects readers with the exact words God intends for them. While devotionals can be helpful, they are, at best, someone else's selection of words. The One Thing Study provides the precise words chosen for you by the Holy Spirit, and meditating on them consistently over time can bring about transformation. 2 Timothy 3:15-17
The One Thing Study emphasizes that disciple-making begins vertically before it goes horizontal—worship precedes witness. Our personal experiences with God shape what we express about Him publicly.
Make the One Thing Study a foundational tool for teaching new disciples. It follows the principle of teaching someone to fish rather than just giving them a fish, providing sustenance for a lifetime.
Integrate the One Thing Study into your daily prayer life. Pray your "One Thing" for your family, friends, disciples, and the day's journey.
This study is a personal, not a daily devotional tool. It's important not to let perfectionism hinder the study; missing a day or two doesn't require more to "catch up." Similarly, avoid the trap of going through the motions without true engagement. As Rick Warren notes, we are as spiritually mature as we choose to be.
Revealing in nature, sharing One Thing Study insights is like listening to someone's heart through a spiritual stethoscope. It unveils a person's true nature of their relationship with God.
The One Thing Study emphasizes that disciple-making begins vertically before it goes horizontal—worship precedes witness. Our personal experiences with God shape what we express about Him publicly.
Make the One Thing Study a foundational tool for teaching new disciples. It follows the principle of teaching someone to fish rather than just giving them a fish, providing sustenance for a lifetime.
Integrate the One Thing Study into your daily prayer life. Pray your "One Thing" for your family, friends, disciples, and the day's journey.
This study is a personal, not a daily devotional tool. It's important not to let perfectionism hinder the study; missing a day or two doesn't require more to "catch up." Similarly, avoid the trap of going through the motions without true engagement. As Rick Warren notes, we are as spiritually mature as we choose to be.
Revealing in nature, sharing One Thing Study insights is like listening to someone's heart through a spiritual stethoscope. It unveils a person's true nature of their relationship with God.
Resources
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