“Why are many of us drawn to books and journals filled with colorful highlights, underlines, and handwritten notes in the margins? What is the appeal of these marked-up pages, where previous readers have left their personal reflections and insights? You know, there is actually a name for this phenomenon—it’s called ‘marginalia.’
Marginalia in someone’s Bible captures their most intimate moments with God’s Word. These annotations represent the places where Scripture has touched their heart, challenged their mind, and guided their steps. They are not just marks on paper—they are the footprints of one who has sought to follow the leading of the Spirit. Each mark is a testament to His personal care for them and His wisdom at work in their life.
Take some time to review the marginalia in your own Bible. What passages have you highlighted? What notes have you written? Even if you only have a few places marked in your Bible, reflect on the reasons why you marked those specific passages. What do they mean for you today?
Let these annotations remind you of God’s faithfulness and inspire you to trust Him for the real-life care that will lead to future marginalia.
Something to take just a moment to consider today.
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