Did you know that 66% of American women want to read the Bible more than they currently do? The top reason for lower Bible engagement? They feel too busy with life’s responsibilities, which—let’s face it—is a feeling that plagues most of us. Christian women often feel overwhelmed by all of the things demanding their time, attention, and energy. Busy women feel like they’re running on empty with a longing to be spiritually fed.
Bible Gateway interviewed Asheritah Ciuciu (@asheritah) about her book, Bible & Breakfast: 31 Mornings with Jesus—Feeding Our Bodies and Souls Together (Moody Publishers, 2019).
What prompted you to start the Bible & Breakfast challenge on your blog in 2016? How did participants respond?
Asheritah Ciuciu: When I was a teenager, I read of a Chinese Christian who vowed, “No Bible—no breakfast,” and I admired his commitment to put God’s Word first in his life. But then I went to college, married, got a job, had kids…. And my responsibilities challenged my ability to prioritize God’s Word. I wanted to read the Bible every day; I just felt like I didn’t have time.
So, a few years ago I invited my blog readers to join me in reading our Bibles while we eat breakfast—because behavior science shows that we’re more likely to stick with a new habit if we link it to an existing habit. Over 1,000 women from around the world joined us that first year, and many asked me to bring the challenge back.
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By Gary Thomas
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