The past few weeks have brought a really beautiful journey to my heart, and I'm grateful.
* When 2020 began, I purposed to do an in-depth study of Psalms, and just a few days ago, I made it all the way through Psalm 150. I've scribbled tons of notes in my Bible and made my way through two extremely thick commentaries along the way, and I've learned there were so many more hidden treasures in Psalms than I ever knew.
* I've been writing a short series of daily devotions for our tenants in an attempt to get them to spend more time in the Bible and maybe even memorizing a verse or two. It's been a beautiful challenge to craft short pieces that don't stay on the shallow end of study, and I've learned some things myself along the way.
* Ryan and I, along with our co-workers (Tim and Justine), have been doing the same study the tenants are doing, and we've been emailing each other every day with our thoughts, prayer requests, and struggles. Since we're no longer part of a small group, this has been a tremendous way to share and study together with the people who share the majority of our days!
* I've started another Daily Grace study - and this one is called Preaching the Gospel to Yourself. It's a great study in how the Gospel doesn't just apply to those who have yet to find the Lord in their lives. It continues to matter to all of us!
So as I study, share, write, and learn, I'm excited about the lessons God has been putting in my path lately. Yesterday, as I scrolled through Instagram, He stopped me in my tracks with this quote from Jill Monaco:
Seeking God first may mean something different for everyone. Maybe it's the first part of your day - or before you share your opinion.
I had never before thought about that verse in a broader context!
In what ways is God asking me to seek Him first?
* Before I make a decision that impacts our tenants...am I seeking Him first?
* Before I choose what I study or write...am I seeking Him first?
* Before I plan my day...am I seeking Him first?
You get the idea.
I'm going to be chewing on this idea for a while. This new season of our lives has changed so much about daily life. We are recrafting nearly everything to find what works best in a new place, new schedule, and new set of circumstances. There is no better time to seek Him first than right now.
And even if you're not in the middle of a whole bunch of new, I assure you that this is ALWAYS the best time to seek Him first!
4 comments:
Oh my.. this week someone prayed over me to give God the control let him make plans.. this affirms that we must seek him first...and let him tell me what I need to do...
I love psalms. My fave is 121 (I assume our numbers are the same).
Interesting post because this has been on my heart lately too as I strive to seek Him first. I've had a few rushed moments when a decision had to be made quickly and I instantly thought to pray, but I wanted more time for guidance. Time that was not possible. I hoped that the prayer was enough because my intention was to seek Him. - Michele B.
Becky - I love that affirmation!! :)
Tamar - Psalm 121 has a very special place in my heart! It was one of the first chapters that ever held specific personal meaning to a situation in my life, and I have loved it ever since!
Michele - I love it that He sees our hearts and intentions! Proud of you for seeking!!!
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