Overview
Whether you've just started reading the Bible or you've been reading it for a while but don't feel you're getting the most from it, this is the book for you. Taking a step-by-step approach, God Speaking shows you how to absorb, retain and enjoy in what God is saying through each individual book of the Bible. The first step is to choose one Bible book and read it right through before going back and delving deeper. For only when you've grasped the overall thrust of a book can you begin to see how its different parts fit together and contribute to the whole. Gilbert Lennox has developed and refined this approach over many years, and in God Speaking he presents his step-by-step method to read, absorb and reflect on Scripture effectively. Using the First Letter of Peter and the Gospel of John as examples, Lennox demonstrates how to uncover the meaning, structure, and richness of each book. Filled with practical advice and spiritual insight, God Speaking will transform the way you read the Bible, deepen your relationship with God, and make Scripture come alive. Perfect for personal devotion, small group study, or anyone seeking a rewarding, life-changing approach to Bible reading. Read Gilbert's advice, try it out for yourself, and you'll be amazed at how exciting and rewarding Bible reading can be!
Reviews
Full of practical helps and interspersed with many personal anecdotes, God Speaking takes us on a step-by step journey through 1 Peter and John’s gospel, providing principles and activities that can then be applied to the rest of Scripture and move us towards the goal of hearing God speak and getting to know him better. -- Mike Beaumont, author of The Lion Bible Encyclopedia Gilbert Lennox has dedicated his life to helping people know God through the reading of the Bible. This latest book contains decades worth of wisdom honed through many years of faithful local church ministry, as Gilbert combines his authoritative gift of Bible-teaching with his thoughtful and pastoral heart. God speaking, how to read the Bible to get to know God, is a carefully crafted, engaging and practical guide for anyone who wants to get serious about studying the Bible, especially if they really want to know the Author! -- Alain Emerson, co-author of The God Story
""This is a wonderful guide to reading the Bible, suitable for everyone, from new believer to experienced disciple. Gilbert's passion, experience and wisdom shine through on every page. It will be an enormous help both in personal spiritual growth and to equip readers for teaching others."" -- Vaughan Roberts, author of God's Big Picture ""Gilbert Lennox has an infectious enthusiasm for the Bible, and the gracious God we meet in its pages. God Speaking will be a huge help to anyone wanting to read and understand the Bible for themselves - and nothing else could be more life-changing."" -- Sam Allberry, Associate Pastor, Immanuel Nashville ""Full of practical helps and interspersed with many personal anecdotes, God Speaking takes us on a step-by step journey through 1 Peter and John's gospel, providing principles and activities that can then be applied to the rest of Scripture and move us towards the goal of hearing God speak and getting to know him better."" -- Mike Beaumont, author of The Lion Bible Encyclopedia ""At a moment when we are witnessing a welcome renaissance of public interest in reading the Bible, this book has gifted us with a timely, innovative, and invaluably hands-on resource for both getting the message on every one of the bible's pages, and getting to know the God those pages reveal."" -- Gareth Black, Former teacher and apologist at the Oxford Centre for Christian Apologetics ""Gilbert Lennox has dedicated his life to helping people know God through the reading of the Bible. This latest book contains decades worth of wisdom honed through many years of faithful local church ministry, as Gilbert combines his authoritative gift of Bible-teaching with his thoughtful and pastoral heart. God speaking is a carefully crafted, engaging and practical guide for anyone who wants to get serious about studying the Bible, especially if they really want to know the Author!"" -- Alain Emerson, co-author of The God Story ""Over the past few years I have had the pleasure of getting to know and do ministry alongside Gilbert. His knowledge and love for Scripture, as well as his insightful biblical teaching, have always ministered to me. I am delighted that he has put pen to paper to share some of the richness he has gleaned over a lifetime of Bible meditation and study. I highly recommend God Speaking to all who are looking to dive deep into the treasures of God's Word."" -- Brian Brodersen, Pastor Emeritus, Calvary Chapel Costa Mesa, California ""As a church leader I consistently hear of people's struggles, in this age of distraction, to read the Bible for themselves! In God Speaking, Gilbert offers humble, empathetic yet profound guidance into stepping into God's wonderful invitation to get to know him directly through his Word."" -- Chris Cooke, Teaching Elder, Glenabbey Church, Northern Ireland ""We have a great need to understand, live and communicate the word of God, and Gilbert helps us do exactly that. A devoted husband, a father whose children walk with the Lord, and a church planter who transitioned a thriving fellowship with humility and continues to bless it in retirement, his life gives real weight to his words. This book offers the same steady and gracious wisdom and will help readers genuinely to hear God speaking through Scripture."" -- Rafael Manzanares, Pastor of Santa Ponsa Community Church in Mallorca ""A wise and engaging guide that helps readers encounter God personally through Scripture, showing how the Bible speaks with clarity, depth, and life-transforming power."" -- Cris Rogers, author of The Bible Book by Book ""God Speaking is like a sympathetic, patient teacher, allowing you to take your time. I learned about reading, Bible resources, I Peter and the Gospel of John. I couldn't help it."" -- David Wilson, former Director, Agape Ireland
Author Information
Gilbert Lennox (Author) Gilbert Lennox is Chair of New Horizon Ministries. Formerly Head of Modern Languages in Ballyclare High School, Northern Ireland, he left teaching to devote himself to leading Bible study at Glenabbey Church, near Belfast, which he helped to found with his wife Heather in 1988. He continues to teach widely at conferences and churches in Ireland and overseas. Philip Law (In-House Editor) Philip Law is Publishing Director for SPCK and Lion Books. His previous books include The One Hour Bible (SPCK, 2018), A Time to Pray: 365 classic prayers to help you through the year (Lion, 2002) and The SPCK Book of Christian Prayer (SPCK/Crossroad, 1995/ 2009). He is also a contributor to the 6th edition of The Lion Handbook to the Bible (Lion, 2025).
