W.O.R.D. Part One: Write the Word.
In 2017, I wrote the W.O.R.D. Bible study method to help you dig deeper into the Word of God. In this Four-Part Series, we are breaking down each part of the W.O.R.D. method to give you a better understanding of how you can get the most out of your Bible study time.
In this post, Part One, we will talk about the how to Inscribe (Write) the Word.
In Part Two, we will learn how to Observe the key parts of a passage of Scripture.
In Part Three, we will learn how to make any a passage of Scripture Relevant to our daily life.
And in Part Four, we will learn how to Declare the Word of God.
For the original post on the W.O.R.D. method and a brief overview of how this plan works, click here.
Part One. Write the Word.
The Story of Inscribe the Word
Guess what? I hated reading the Bible.
Yep, you heard me right.
Growing up in church, I convinced myself I didn’t need to read the Bible. I lived in a Christian household, sat through countless sermons, and soaked in phenomenal preaching. Why bother reading the Word myself? Everyone else seemed to be doing it for me.
Every January, I’d make the same resolution: this year, I would read and study the Bible. I’d buy a new Bible, a journal, and some pretty pens. I’d start strong, but by January 10th, that Bible was back on the shelf. I couldn’t commit—or, let’s be honest, I wouldn’t commit. Everything else felt more important than spending time with the Lord.
But deep down, I wanted more.
I wanted to hear His voice.
I wanted to follow His will.
And I knew that had to start with the Word of God.
How could I recognize His voice if my Bible stayed closed? Still, I struggled with where to begin. The Bible felt daunting—so many pages, so many stories, and I couldn’t see how it all connected.
A Journey of Discovery
In this series, I’ll break down the W.O.R.D. Method for you, step by step, so that you can take your daily Inscribe the Word practice to the next level.
Inscribe the Word is the starting line—a beautiful way to engage with Scripture and invite God to speak to your heart. The W.O.R.D. Method takes you further, guiding you on a journey of discovery that will transform the way you see and live out God’s Word.
It’s a journey you’ll never want to turn back from. Are you ready to dig deeper and uncover the treasure of God’s Word?
Let’s get started.
PART ONE: WRITE the Word.
Why WRITE the Word?
What does it mean to Inscribe or write the Word? My friend, it’s exactly what it sounds like. Inscribing the Word is a simple, daily practice of writing out, word for word, a passage of Scripture. That’s it—no complicated formulas, no extra steps. Just writing God’s Word, one verse at a time.
Let me ask you: when was the last time you truly read a passage of God’s Word? Not skimmed it. Not glanced at it while your brain was juggling your weekly shopping list or tomorrow’s to-do list. But really read—pausing long enough to understand and let it sink into your heart?
For so many of us, this feels impossible. Life pulls us in a hundred directions. Our thoughts race with responsibilities—spouse, kids, laundry, work—and even when we want to sit and “meditate on God’s Word,” distractions creep in.
That’s where Inscribe the Word comes in.
The Gift of Inscribing
Writing Scripture slows us down. It quiets the noise in our minds and helps us focus on each word of God’s truth. When we take the time to inscribe the Word, we’re giving God space to speak. Carving out just a few minutes a day to write Scripture is powerful. As we write, the Word penetrates our hearts. It moves from being something we “skim” to something we meditate on, absorb, and live by.
Psalm 119:15 says, “I will meditate on Your precepts, and contemplate Your ways.” Writing Scripture is a tangible way to do just that—to meditate on His precepts and contemplate His ways in a way that transforms our hearts and minds.
Is this Scriptural?
I would never want to lead any of my readers astray into a practice that sounds spiritual on paper but wasn't found in God's Word. Let's go to the Word, and we will find that there are numerous references to inscribing the Scriptures.
In Deuteronomy 17, Moses lays out principles governing the Kings. It says in verses 18-20,
“Also it shall be, when he sits on the throne of his kingdom, that he shall write for himself a copy of this law in a book, from the one before the priests, the Levites. And it shall be with him, and he shall read it all the days of his life, that he may learn to fear the LORD his God and be careful to observe all the words of this law and these statutes, that his heart may not be lifted above his brethren, that he may not turn aside from the commandment to the right hand or to the left, and that he may prolong his days in his kingdom, he and his children in the midst of Israel.”
A Biblical Call to Inscribe the Word
In Deuteronomy 17, God gave Moses specific instructions for Israel’s kings. These leaders were called to live under the authority of God’s Word, and He gave them clear guidelines to protect their hearts and leadership:
Kings were not to amass too many horses (military power).
They were not to take too many wives (personal entanglements that could turn their hearts away from God).
They were not to accumulate too much wealth (avoiding the idolatry of riches).
But one of the most striking instructions was this: the king was to inscribe the Word of God, read it daily, and apply it to his life.
A Lesson from Solomon
We only need to look at Solomon to see the consequences of ignoring these commands. Though he started his reign under the authority of God’s Word, Solomon eventually fell into every sin outlined in Deuteronomy 17:
Horses: Solomon built up vast military power (1 Kings 4:26).
Wealth: He hoarded riches beyond measure (1 Kings 10:14).
Wives: His many wives led his heart astray from God (1 Kings 11:3–4).
Solomon’s story serves as a powerful reminder that neglecting God’s Word can lead to pride, idolatry, and spiritual ruin.
What About Us?
Through Christ, we are called a family of kings and priests (Revelation 1:6; 5:9-10; 1 Peter 2:9). If the kings of Israel were commanded to write the Word, meditate on it, and obey it, how much more does this call apply to us today?
Writing out Scripture is not just a historical practice; it’s a biblical discipline that transforms our hearts and minds. The benefits are clear:
We will learn to fear the Lord. (Deuteronomy 17:19)
We will obey the Lord and align our lives with His will. (Deuteronomy 17:19-20)
We will guard against pride, staying humble before God. (Deuteronomy 17:20)
We will remain focused on God’s vision, not veering to the right or left. (Deuteronomy 17:20)
Friend, if God commanded the kings of old to inscribe the Word and live by it, then we—His royal priesthood—are no less called to this practice. Let’s commit to writing out Scripture, allowing it to take root in our hearts, shape our decisions, and guide our lives.
By inscribing His Word, we keep our hearts aligned with His, staying humble, obedient, and unwavering in our walk with Him.
Marek's Story.
Marek Kaminski’s remarkable journey with the Word of God was shared in the October 23, 1995, issue of Christianity Today.
Marek grew up in communist Poland, where faith and the Bible were not widely embraced. At the age of 14, his life took a tragic turn when he lost his father in a car accident. Overwhelmed with grief, Marek found a Bible in his home. He had heard it was a “fortune-telling book” and started reading it out of curiosity.
What Marek discovered changed his life forever.
Realizing the Bible was not a book of superstitions but a profound and serious text, Marek dedicated himself to reading it. Over three years, he read the entire Bible and came to believe in its truth. Marek became a Christian and developed a deep desire to study and understand Scripture more intimately.
He began writing out entire books of the Bible as a way to slow down and absorb every word. But Marek soon realized that even writing with his dominant right hand wasn’t slowing him down enough to fully grasp the depth of Scripture. So he switched to copying with his left hand!
Through this intentional practice, Marek reproduced the first four books of the Old Testament, Isaiah, Psalms, all four Gospels, and Revelation. In the process, he committed God’s Word to memory at such a profound level that he could detect even the slightest change in a verse when others quoted it.
Reflecting on his journey, Marek shared:
“To me, the Word of God is like music. You can listen to the same piece several times and get the melody of it. But to hear the whole sound of it, every instrument, each line, you have to listen several times and pay a lot of attention. The Word of God is so beautiful. The more time you spend in it, the more you appreciate it.”
Marek’s story reminds us of the transformative power of immersing ourselves in God’s Word. His dedication to Scripture is an inspiring example of how deeply we can engage with the Bible when we make it our priority.
Where to start.
Choose a Plan
Select one of our monthly Inscribe the Word plans. These are thoughtfully designed to guide you through specific themes or books of the Bible. You can find over 55 Inscribe the Word plans HERE.
Read the Passage
Take a moment to read the selected passage once or twice. Let the words settle in your mind and heart before you begin writing.
Write the Word
Begin to write out the passage, word for word. You can use a blank notebook or your Inscribe the Word journal—whatever works best for you.
And that’s it!
The beauty of this method lies in its simplicity. The first step is to Inscribe the Word, letting the act of writing slow you down, focus your heart, and allow God’s truth to take root in your life.
Are you ready to begin? Grab a pen and let’s write the Word together!
In Part One, I hope that you have seen the importance of Inscribing the Word and the benefits it has had for so many. Not only is it helpful in setting a time each day to be with the Lord but also, in creating a desire to learn more about our Heavenly Father and Lord Jesus Christ.
Join us for Part Two as we go a little further and learn how to OBSERVE the key parts of the Scriptures.
