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‘I Don’t Have Time to Read Scripture’: Bad Reasons We Neglect the Bible
Summary by Christgiving Editorial Desk Samuel James , as published by Desiring God
· July 12, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details on this topic are available from Desiring God, which explores the idea that hurry can be a lasting habit.
In the local area, a familiar scenario is playing out in homes. A parent is helping their child with math, and the child is making careless mistakes due to rushing through the work. This situation is not unique to one family, as it is a repeat of a similar experience from decades past.
The issue at hand is not a lack of knowledge, but rather a lack of careful attention to detail. The child knows how to do the problems, but is not taking the time to do them correctly. Further details on this topic are available from Desiring God, which explores the idea that hurry can be a lasting habit.
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Category: missions Published: July 12, 2026 Source: Desiring God Reading time: 1 min
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