Medium-term Goals
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These are projects that might extend a few days, weeks, or months. It is possible to pursue short- and medium-term goals at the same time. It is also possible to alternate between the two.
Read a larger book of the Bible, such as Isaiah, Psalms or Proverbs.
Study a specific doctrine. This could be assisted by certain Bible helps such as concordances or topical bibles.
For example, one could study the doctrine of tithing in detail. If faced with a physical affliction, you may want to study healing.
Memorize a series of key scriptures. Realize that some people such as the Pharisees were required to memorize the Torah—the first five books of the law. Others have memorized the entire Bible, yet do not understand it. When one memorizes key scriptures, the purpose should never be to recite them to impress others, but to internalize the scriptures and apply them in your life.
Review sermon notes and look up the key scriptures. Also review your margin notes. Some may need correcting and updating!
You will find that the more you study the Bible, the more you will want to study the Bible!