Beth Anne embodies a Psalm 1 kind of love for and delight in God’s law. Every time I see her Bible, I’m reminded that I want that too. Beth Anne’s Bible has been a surprising encouragement. It challenges me to love God’s word as much as she does—and maybe wear out a Bible or two in the process.

I remember the first time I saw Beth Anne’s Bible. I didn’t expect it to encourage and challenge me the way it did.

Beth Anne is a member of our church. She’s quiet, unassuming, and godly. She always has a smile and encourages people just by her presence. She’s lived a life of godly faithfulness, and her example means a lot to our church.

One day, I saw Beth Anne as I was getting ready for our worship service. She was holding her Bible in her hand. The binding was broken, and the pages looked worn. It showed signs of heavy use over many years. I’ve seen worn Bibles before, but never one like this.

Having just had one of my Bibles rebound, I asked her if she would consider getting it rebound. I could see the horror on her face. “How long would that take?” she asked. When I told her it would probably take up to a couple of months, she looked horrified. “How could I go without my Bible for that long?” she replied.

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