If you were like me at some point in your search for meaning and truth, you may have opened your Bible and asked any or all of the following questions: 
* What does that passage mean?
* How does it apply to my life?
* Why does some of the Bible seem irrelevant?
* I love God, so why can't I understand what He is saying to me through His word?
My personal journey to deepen my connection with God has illuminated a recurring theme in the Bible-God's persistent call for us to apply His word in our lives. This is not a mere suggestion but a fundamental pillar of our relationship with Him. It is a tangible manifestation of our trust and obedience to Him.
Application is not just about learning and knowing. It's about transformation. It's about answering the question, 'Now What?' by challenging us with the right questions and inspiring us to take action. 
When the Light of God's truth is revealed through His word, it may not all make sense immediately. It can feel overwhelming, but when we act in trust and obedience by putting His teachings into practice, we will gradually begin to see and understand more of the truth. 
Jesus spoke of the practice of what He said and taught in Mark 4:23-24, 'If anyone has ears to hear, let them hear. Consider carefully what you hear with the measure you use it will be measured to you and even more.'
Applying God's word is a deeply personal and unique journey for each of us. Transforming a relevant truth into a personal truth compels us to devise a plan and take steps to align our lives harmoniously with God and His word.