Stayed on Him
Today's Scripture:
You
will keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on You, because he trusts
in You.
Isaiah
26:3, NKJV.
Today's Word:
If
you’ll acknowledge God in all you do, He promises to go before you and make the
crooked places straight. That means He will cause the right people to show up.
He will open doors that you could not open. He will crown your efforts with
success.
Acknowledging
God isn’t something we should just do every once in a while. He should always
be on your mind. Think about two people when they are first dating. They are so
enthralled with one another that no matter what they are doing, they are thinking
about the other person. Well, that’s how we should be with God. First thing in
the morning when you wake up, you should acknowledge Him, while you’re getting
ready, while you’re driving, and all throughout the day. Don’t let the
distractions of this temporary world take your focus. Be determined to make
your relationship with the Father your highest priority. Keep your mind stayed
on Him, and He will direct your steps!
Prayer for Today:
Father,
thank You for the gift of today. I choose to keep my heart and mind stayed on
You. Help me to stand strong against distractions and negative voices so I can
hear You clearly and follow Your ways in Jesus’ Name. Amen.
***
“If you continue in My word, then you are truly disciples of Mine.” (John 8:31 NASB)
It’s a really important step to commit to reading your Bible regularly for a short period — maybe a few weeks. It’s a great way to get started, but you should never leave it there. Jesus said, “If you continue in My word, then you are truly disciples of Mine” (John 8:31 NASB). It’s the long-term commitment to learning from Jesus and his Word that makes us his disciples.
How do you continue in the Word and stay connected with Jesus through his Word for the long-term?
- Make the decision to do it. It starts with your commitment. Don’t wait for a better time to make God’s Word a regular part of your life. Start your commitment today.
- Make a declaration. Announce your intentions to others. Hold yourself accountable. If you keep your commitment to God a secret, it’s easier to slip up.
- Make a determination. Don’t allow anything to knock you off your commitment. Be absolutely determined to make this a permanent habit in your life, particularly in the early months. If you start skipping days, it’ll be much harder to stay committed to God’s Word.
- Double up. Get a spiritual partner to come alongside you for support and encouragement. This is someone with whom you can share what you learn in your quiet times. It could be someone in your small group, a friend, or a family member. The Bible says, “Two people are better off than one, for they can help each other succeed” (Ecclesiastes 4:9 NLT).
Spending time with God should be a lifelong habit — not a passing fancy. Research shows you need to do something for about six weeks straight to build a habit. Make God’s Word part of your life today — and the rest of your life.
Talk It Over
- What commitment are you making today so that God’s Word becomes a habit in your life?
- With whom will you share your commitment, and who will hold you accountable?
- Identify the biggest distractions you will likely face when you determine to be in God’s Word every day. What changes can you make in your life to minimize or do away with those distractions?
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