Can we talk about something we don’t often admit?
Sometimes our quiet time with God feels a little...unfulfilling. Maybe you open up a devotional, read a few paragraphs, and close it feeling like you’ve just checked a spiritual box rather than truly connected with the Lord.
I get it.
Devotionals are wonderful tools and can provide a spark of encouragement when you need it most. Many of them offer insight, encouragement, and wisdom from fellow believers who have a deep love for God’s Word.
But if we’re not careful, these tools can become a crutch, limiting our spiritual growth.
Here's the thing: devotionals often give us someone else’s interpretation of Scripture, rather than inviting us to dig deep and discover God’s truth for ourselves. And when we settle for these quick, surface-level reads, we miss out on the rich treasures God has waiting for us.
Imagine what could change and grow if you moved beyond devotionals and studied the Bible on your own. Picture how knowing Scripture intimately could transform your faith, your outlook, and even your marriage.
Think about how a passage of Scripture, deeply studied and understood, could breathe new life into your walk with the Lord. When we let the Holy Spirit speak directly through His Word, we grow deeper roots and bear lasting fruit. Suddenly, the pages of the Bible become alive, relevant, and equip us with His power for every season of life.
It’s not just about gathering information or learning more about the Bible. It’s about transformation—allowing God’s Word to shape your heart, renew your mind, and direct your steps.
When you intentionally take time to slow down and meditate on Scripture, you make yourself available for God to work in you, revealing areas where you need to grow and comforting you in moments of struggle.
Friend, if you feel like your quiet time has become stale, you’re not alone. And the good news? There are simple ways to reignite your passion for God’s Word. Maybe it’s time to try a new Bible study method or carve out more intentional time for prayer and reflection.
To help you get started, I created a Quieting Your Mind Guide—a free resource to help you quiet distractions and connect deeply with God. Download it today and start experiencing the fullness of His presence!
Do you intentionally think about speaking life to your husband regularly?
We all need to examine our words and whether they're filled with kindness, respect, support, and love.
Scripture speaks often to the power of our tongues and the impact they have on others.
Challenging conversations will need to happen, but we need to understand the importance of speaking life and finding ways to encourage and build up our husbands on a daily basis.
Head over to the full post for more, and some tips to help you do this!
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If you are struggling to cultivate some good habits that will serve both your walk with Christ and your growth as a wife, I would love for you to join me over the next couple of months to break down the 10 Daily Habits of a Godly Wife that I would encourage you to make a part of your life. Today we're talking about Bible study.
God is our source of ALL things - power, patience, joy, peace, strength, wisdom. When are lacking in any of these areas, it's likely because we are not plugging into Him as our power source.
This must be done daily. Just like your marriage wouldn't work if you only ever talked to your husband for 5 minutes every few days, your relationship with God will not thrive if you only spend a few minutes with him periodically.
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