When Jesus Christ has the first place in our life, we experience many blessings, including:
A restful spirit When we turn our attention to the Lord and meditate on his Word, we find rest for our soul (Ps 23.2). The Holy Spirit helps us to leave the distractions to give us the security of the love and support of our heavenly Father. With a clear mind and a restful heart we can discern what God tells us.
A stronger faith. The study of the Bible broadens our vision of God and gives us discernment and direction. Reading the way the Lord has helped others gives us confidence that He is at our side, allowing us to face the demands of life. Our faith grows as we obey its direction and observe the way it acts on our behalf.
A purified heart. Like a mirror, the Bible reflects what we really are, and reveals what we need to change. If we confess our sin, God promises to cleanse us from all unrighteousness (1 Jn 1.9).