Take 5

It's been awhile since my last post, I admit.  A lot of things going on.  Chad had to change shifts.  My oldest son had to get glasses- I am so smittenly proud of how cute he is with them.  The baby's growing up.  It's getting warmer out.

I've been slowly increasing the amount of time spent with God.  Not necessarily on purpose, just kind of a gradual thing.  More and more hungry for his great guidance.  Leaning on his security and love when times get tough.

Some people believe you should do your bible reading and prayer first thing in the morning.  Not a bad philosophy really, but having been at one time a working mom I wonder if these people have ever had to hold down a job outside the home.  Not being rude, just looking at the reality of time.  It's just too tough, I thought.

BUT I've invented something that works for me.  You see, even though I'm a stay-at-home, I am still a slave to the alarm clock idol. (I "praise" that snooze every morning)  I must get my oldest ready and on the bus.  I don't think waking up and first thing studying the bible is very practical at this point because morning is so hectic, (plus my brain just isn't wired to fully understand what I'm reading at that hour!) so I continue to do my major study at night when everyone is in bed.  It is peaceful and nobody is bugging me!  But I set that good ole alarm a mere 5 minutes early in the morning.  Not very much, but in those five minutes I pray.  I won't allow myself to set my feet to the floor or even sit up until I thank God for the day ahead and what he's doing for me.  Have you ever actually timed how long you pray?  Me neither, but I'm surprised by those 5 little minutes.  I try to mostly find things to be thankful for because I've found that it sets the tone for my day- If I am feeling thankful I am more likely to not get so upset about the little surprises (aka messes).

I think if you can find some way, however minor, to fit God into your morning, you might find that it WILL make your day better.  While it is true that there is little time in the morning for in depth study or devotions, you may find that there is just enough time to get you into the right mind set. 

What type of devotion/prayer time do you have?

Is there a specific time that you set aside each day?