As the second anniversary of The Cross Eyed Blog just past, I thought it was a great time to start another blog. Crazy I know! It is an idea that God has placed on my heart, and I have been contemplating it for almost a year now. The blog is called One Bible At A Time.
Almost a year ago, I was shopping at the dollar store in the book aisle. I was looking at books for my youngest child and browsing the adult section. My eye then scanned over to see two whole shelves of Bibles. Bibles for one dollar, I thought to myself. I couldn’t help but think that there really was no reason that I could not afford to put some Bibles in the hands of people who needed them or wanted them if the price was only one dollar.
Living in a community where it is said that 90% are unchurched, I often wonder how to make a difference. It seems too big for any one person, but buying Bibles seemed like something simple that I could do.
Hebrews 4:12 (ESV) says, “For the word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and spirit, of joints and of marrow, and discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart.” If I could get the Bibles out there, God’s word would speak for itself. He would draw people to Himself.
So, I decided to start another blog called One Bible At A Time. My intentions are to buy Bibles periodically and leave them in the free drop-off section at the library. I have labeled each one with its own number and a reference to the blog so people who would like to can leave comments regarding their experiences or even questions they might have. I think in this day of social media, it could be an idea that might engage some people especially a younger crowd.
I don’t know what might happen with this idea. I might never know this side of heaven even. All I know is that I am moving forward with an idea I feel glorifies God and could possibly change a life. My hope is to be an instrument used by God to change lives one Bible at a time.
Great idea, Andrea! MVC almost bought a bunch of them to pass out at the Harvest Fest. I'm glad your taking the initative and doing it.
Thanks Tracey. Been missing seeing you around.
That is an excellent idea!! Love it! Love, Kathy