How has your week been? Have you got a lot done? Have you reached for your goals? Are you happy it is Friday, but a bit frustrated that you ran out of week before your list of things to do? Well, let me ask you one big question. I am going to get personal. Stick with me!
How is your quiet time?
I know what you just thought…”BUT! Cindy, what on earth does THAT have to do with productivity?” “What does that have to do with getting things done?” OH! Cindy, THAT gets me off track!” Be honest…what was YOUR first thought?
Oh! Beloved, nothing can help to focus on the REAL plan for the day…the best opportunities…the most important. Nothing else can help us to stay focused. Nothing else can help us to get things done that really matter!
Actually I am going to bear my heart. On those days that I am very, very tempted to skimp on my Quiet Time, I actually find that if I will take the time to just slow down and get alone with God, I am better prepared for the day that bombards me just moments later. Maybe it is the fresh perspective. Maybe it is renewal of my heart and mind. Maybe it is slowing down to remember to choose the best in everything for that day. Whatever, I never lose by taking time to let God fill my cup first thing each day.
My dear friend, want a great secret to staying focused this week…this next month…the rest of this year?
Begin each day with the best tool for getting focused– a Daily Quiet Time. Make it easy! I will help! Here is how:
- Begin with Daily Bible Reading. Begin with just reading 5 minutes…or in 10 you can usually read through the Bible in a Year using any program! JUST TEN MINUTES A DAY!!
- Get a plan that works FOR YOU! This is SO key! Really think out what YOU will do. Really think out what would work for you. Find what will get you in the Word and NOT frustrate you. And…while you are choosing, choose a new Bible. Each year I choose a different version for Daily Bible Reading. Talk about a HUGE difference! I have been a Christian for 32 years. One of my frustrations (now this is being honest) with Daily Bible Reading is that I found myself skipping over certain passages that I *THOUGHT* I knew. Oh! Try a new version! It will make words jump out and seize you! It will make those stories come alive! Last year, I chose to read through THE MESSAGE version of the Bible. It was SUPER! It made such a difference in making God’s Word come alive that I decided to choose another version for my Daily Bible Reading. Just begin!
- Don’t beat yourself up if you miss a day. Instead just dig in and let God talk to you! HE WILL! As you begin with your Daily Bible Reading, keep a journal close by. Each day, jot down your favorite verse from the day in your journal. I love that this one discipline helps me to stay focused and tuned in for the study… but it does more… I am amazed that almost every day someone comes across my path who needs the Words that God gives me during my Quiet Times. Give it a try! The Word will stick to your brain and be on the tip of your tongue. Plus, it will keep you focused each day on the most important things! Give it a try!
- Finally, keep it simple and easy! During your quiet time read the Bible, copy a verse that jumps out at you, and take some time to just pour out your heart to God and listen to Him before jumping into your day. He wants for you to come to Him and pour out your heart. He doesn’t want for you to walk through your journey by yourself. He delights in being there with you communing with you along the way.
Beloved, want to get MORE done? Want to get things that COUNT done? Begin each day with some time with Him…you will be amazed at how much more you will accomplish and how focused you will be each day.
Ready? Why not steal away for some quiet time right now!
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