As you read the Bible today, I want you to stop and ask Holy Spirit these two questions. On the day of Pentecost, the crowd didn't understand why men who were clearly all local people were suddenly singing and praising God in foreign languages. That would be an amazing sight. So this huge crowd gathered, and first they asked in Acts 2:12 NASB "And they all continued in amazement and great perplexity, saying to one another, 'What does this mean?'"
Peter explained. He stood up and he preached. After he preached, their hearts were moved. They asked a second question, Acts 2:37. "And now when they heard this, they were cut to the heart and said to Peter and the rest of the apostles, 'Brothers, what shall we do?'" These two questions invite Holy Spirit to open God's word to you, which is a very precious thing.
So as you read today, even if you think you understand, take a moment to ask Holy Spirit, what does this mean? And then listen. And once he reveals something to you, ask, what should I do? When God shows you something, don't stop there. I did that for years. I made that mistake.
Bill Johnson says that revelation is an invitation to an encounter. And it's true. God reveals things to us so that we can get nearer to Him. He also reveals things to us so we can use them. Ask God what to do with what he just showed you. P.S. then write it down.
If God thought it was important enough to tell you about it, you need to make sure you remember. It