The Bible must be read, and read again and again as a whole; and one grand reason why many
make so poor a use of it is that they cherish favoritism so much as to neglect the greater part of
Holy Writ. And those who teach are apt to have their favorite texts, so that it fares ill with the
Bible among both teachers and taught. I do not say that God does not bless the most partial use
of His Book; but I am sure that it will most amply repay every Christian who reads it as a whole.

Let me assure you that the best recipe against infidelity is thus to read the Bible. How many of
those who disbelieve it have so read it? That they have read parts of it I can suppose, as well as
those who have feebly endeavored to upset their statements. But it is a rare thing to meet with
souls that read all the Bible with a spirit of faith. Many read it as a duty or religious task. By such
a study can one thus expect to enter in and enjoy it? There is a numerous class of persons who get
through the Bible in a year, or something of that kind; but this is far short of what I am now
urging. Seek to understand the Bible:it is only possible by faith. There is no other way. Not by
understanding do we believe, but by faith we understand, as well as set to our seal that God is
true.

FRAGMENT
Nothing lies beyond the reach of prayer except that which lies outside the will of God.