read my bible and pray more

My parents and sister have done this devotional study for 40 days in a row (called “40 dawns”) In my case this will translate to a more doable feat such as 40 midmornings or as soon as I wake up.
I am starting today. I usually prefer reading a variety of books and the Bible for devotionals, I almost never stick to just one book so this will be interesting.
My family has raved about the depth of these studies and how awesome it felt to start the day with a meditation. There are lots of studies that show that 30 min of daily meditation aids in decreasing stress and improving overall health. I don’t have to be convinced of the value of connecting with a Higher Power. I struggle with consistency though…

Just got this cool Max Lucado Devotional Bible to read with my hubby in 2008. We started and I love it.

This last weekend my husband and I had a great discussion over Romans 14. We both love that text. I really needed to study it over again. I get so annoyed at times at people in general as if I knew better, you know? AS IF!! This text is awesome, so humbling, so full of wisdom and great advice. I just love it.
We have been dealing with some difference of opinion between his parents and ourselves about how we should practice our religion and I get very upset about this issue. They are very conservative, but in my view very incongruent. This drives me crazy!! I love them and respect them and I hope that after the talk he had with them they’ll at least respect our choices. I do wish they understood them, but I’ll settle for respect. I was kinda proud of myself for not confronting his mom, I so wanted to say what was on my mind. But, it was more an issue they needed to discuss with my husband. So, it was good to read Romans 14 again and refocus on what is important.

OK…I am still in Genesis, but it could be because I keep jumping to other books. The point is not to get through the whole Bible ASAP but to dwell in it, relishing each moment. I’ve always loved reading the Bible, just got out of the habit. I want that habit back. It’s getting there.

I read my Bible and prayed a gratitude prayer first thing in the morning. There’s no better way to start my day.

Doing better this week. The other night I stayed up praying for awhile, it felt so good to be up so late, when it’s so quiet and have time alone with Him. That goes for my other goal as well: To be STILL and KNOW.

I am praying more. It helps to just start praying at random times, not just at my usual talks to God (before meals or at bedtime). Talk to Him just because…It makes me feel closer to God and more in tune with what I am supposed to accomplish every day.

Why is this so hard to keep up? I mean, once I get the Book I just love reading it…but I keep forgetting!