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Without a doubt, the very best time you can spend each day is time with God. No matter how hectic your schedule or how busy your day, if you slow down and spend time with God, youll be amazed at the difference it will make.
We live in a world that seems to get louder and louder. The demands of work, the busyness of life, the distractions of social media and entertainmentthese all seem to almost shout at our souls. None of these things are bad in themselves, but if we arent careful, we can allow them to drown out the voice of God.
Keep in mind, God doesnt compete for our attention. His voice is not abrasive or overbearing. 1 Kings 19:12 gives us a picture of God speaking with [a sound of gentle stillness and] a still, small voice ( AMPC ). I think this is why so many people say they havent heard from God. Its not that God isnt speaking to them; its just that they havent slowed down and quieted their souls in order to hear Him.
Thats why Ive titled this devotional Quiet Times with God. My prayer is that as you take time to pray, read and study Gods Word, or just meditate on His goodness, it will enrich your life in amazing ways. I hope these devotionals will be a great starting point for you. Each devotional has a scripture, a thought to consider, and encouragements on various topics from the Word. Make spending time with God a priority in your life; it will be the best time you spend all day long!
For God alone my soul waits in silence; from Him comes my salvation.
Psalm 62:1
I am the Vine; you are the branches. The one who remains in Me and I in him bears much fruit, for [otherwise] apart from Me [that is, cut off from vital union with Me] you can do nothing. (John 15:5)
Your life in Christ is not a do-it-yourself project. In other words, you are not left on your own to solve your problems or meet lifes challenges in your own strength. God is with you. He is your source.
As you grow in your personal relationship with Godspending time talking with Him and studying His Wordyou progressively learn to look to God at all times, leaning on His strength rather than your own. You begin to understand that He is your unfailing provider.
Because God is always with you, you have access to everything you need to be victorious in life. Peace, joy, confidence, strength, wisdom, and all the fruit of the Spiritits all available to you in Christ Jesus.
Todays Thought
Instead of wondering, How am I going to get everything done? or How am I going to figure this problem out? ask God for His help, strength, and guidance. Trust Him to be your source.
Dig Deeper into Gods Word: Study Isaiah 40:29; Ephesians 3:16
Wait for and confidently expect the Lord; be strong and let your heart take courage; yes, wait for and confidently expect the Lord. (Psalm 27:14)
At some point in our lives, we all find ourselves praying about a situation and waiting for God to answer that prayer. Waiting can be difficult, and we often wonder if God has heard our prayers.
But be assured, God does hear every prayer you pray, and He is working out the answers even though you may not know all the details. Until you get an answer to your prayer, you can wait either passively or expectantly.
A passive person gives up easily, but an expectant person is confident, believing the answer is just around the corner. Expectancy fills us with hope. It gives us the faith and the strength to wake up each morning with excitement: This could be the day God does something amazing!
Todays Thought
Even when youre waiting on the Lord, be active. Actively pray, actively study the Word, and actively believe that God is working, even when you cant see it.
Dig Deeper into Gods Word: Study Habakkuk 2:3; Psalm 39:7
This [day in which God has saved me] is the day which the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it. (Psalm 118:24)
Have you ever said, Well, Im just having a bad day? Most of us have. But the problem with bad days is they tend to pile up. A bad day becomes a bad week. A bad week becomes a bad month. And before you know it, a bad month can become a bad year.
You dont have to go through life held hostage by your circumstances. It doesnt matter what happens around you; if youve accepted Jesus Christ as your Savior, you have the Spirit of God within you. Your hope and happiness are not dependent on the world. The Bible declares, He who is in you is greater than he (Satan) who is in the world [of sinful mankind] (1 John 4:4).
Sunny or raining, good report or bad, surrounded by friends or standing alone, you can enjoy every day of this life God has given you. He is with you at all times. Pause frequently throughout the day and say, God is with me right now!
Todays Thought
God wants you to enjoy your life every day, not just occasionally. Every day can be a wonderful day because God is on your side.
Dig Deeper into Gods Word: Study John 15:11; Job 8:21
I can do all things [which He has called me to do] through Him who strengthens and empowers me [to fulfill His purposeI am self-sufficient in Christs sufficiency; I am ready for anything and equal to anything through Him who infuses me with inner strength and confident peace.] (Philippians 4:13)
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