For Barth, the testimony of Scripture is received when the members of the Church are willing and ready to listen. They want to get into the Scripture and learn it, interpret it, and apply it.

“Correspondingly, we must now say that this testimony cannot be received unless those who accept it are ready and willing themselves to assume the responsibility for its interpretation and application.” (CD, 1.2)

Am I ready to get into the Scriptures and allow the words of life to change me? Am I willing to accept responsibility and actually study the Scriptures?

This is our task. May we be ready!