building a quiet time that feeds you

Hi friends! Today, I wanted to touch on creating a quiet time that feeds your soul! Only recently, this past year or so, I started having an intentional, established quiet time. I realized one morning as I was grumpily trudging through my work day and feeling frustrated, that I always felt much better when I spent a little time with God before starting my day. Reading the Word and focusing on Christ before the stresses of the day appear reminds us of our true purpose: To spread the gospel, to love like Jesus, and do all things without grumbling or complaining (phil. 2:14)

My quiet time routine

I typically have my Bible time in the morning while I sip my coffee, and if I can manage I’ll read again in the evening. I just read through the new testament for the second time, and in my old testament reading, I am in the book of 1 Chronicles. I really enjoying reading at least 2 books at a time, so I have also been reafing through the gospels again!

Tips for your quiet time

• Keep a spiritual diary/prayer journal
  • It has been so beneficial for me to write down my prayers, It gives me a chance to pour my heart out to the Lord, and remember his faithfulness when I look at all the prayers he’s answered.

• Pick a bible translation that is accurate and accessible for you
  • It is essential to use a translation that stays close to the original Greek and Hebrew word order and meaning. My personal Bible is the NKJV, but I would also recommend the ESV, NASB, LSB, and, of course, the KJV translation.

• Listen to a favorite hymn or a worship music playlist
  • I have found that listening to worship music before or during my quiet time create a spirit of praise and gratitude before my reading, and puts my heart in a good place to receive his word.

• Use a physical Bible
  • I know we all love bible apps and podcasts, but there is a seerious benefit to using a physical bible! It is easier to stay focused (you won’t be distracted by phone notifications.) It makes notetaking easier, and You will be able to retain the information better.

• Talk to God
  • Use this time to talk to the Lord, share what’s on your heart, your worries, and what’s going on in your life. “Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.” 1 Peter 5:7

“Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.” Matthew 11:29

I hope these tips can encourage anyone struggling to establish a quiet time. The important thing is that you spend a little time each day filling your soul with God’s word. ❤

Love

Hope & Moriah