Many people today prefer reading on screens. eBooks are easy to carry, and you can store hundreds of titles on one device. But no matter how advanced technology becomes, there’s still something special about holding a real book in your hands. Here’s why actual books are still better than eBooks. First, YOU CAN FEEL AND TOUCH. Reading a physical book gives you a real experience. You can feel the pages, smell the paper, and see how far you’ve read. Turning pages helps you remember where things are in the book. Many people also understand and remember better when reading from paper than from a screen.
Secondly, I love this — FEWER DISTRACTIONS. When you read an eBook, there are often notifications, messages, or other apps that can disturb your focus (of course, you can turn them off, duh). But with a real book, there are no pop-ups or sounds. You can simply sit, read, and think quietly. Especially when reading the Bible, a printed one helps you reflect and focus on God’s Word. Thirdly, BETTER FOR LEARNING. Studies show that reading from paper helps your brain process information more deeply. When you read on screens, it’s easier to skim or read quickly without really thinking. Physical books encourage slow reading — and slow reading helps us understand more. Fourthly, NO BATTERY, NO PROBLEM. Books don’t need to be charged, updated, or connected to Wi-Fi. You can bring them anywhere — even to a quiet retreat or a place without electricity. They’re always ready to use.
Fifthly, YOU TRULY OWN IT. When you buy a real book, it’s yours. You can underline, write notes, or pass it to someone else. It can last long and can even be passed down to the next generation. Sixthly, DEEP READING, LEARNING, AND REFLECTION. When you hold a Bible or any book in your hands, it invites you to slow down. Turning the pages gives time to think and pray. Many Christians say that reading a printed Bible helps them feel closer to God’s Word — not just reading it but living it. ANYWAY, eBooks have their advantages — they’re convenient and portable. But real books touch our senses, mind, and heart in ways a screen never can. In a world full of noise and distraction, opening a real book might be one of the simplest ways to slow down and grow deeper in truth 🙏
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