How to Make Time for God in Your Busy Morning Routine
Start your day right! Discover practical tips to connect with God even on busy mornings. Find peace and purpose.
BIBLE INSIGHTS
Mornings can be crazy. Between getting yourself ready, taking care of kids, and maybe even walking the dog, finding time for anything extra can feel impossible. But starting your day with God can make a huge difference in how you handle everything else. It's like putting on your spiritual armor before facing the world!
Here are a few tips to help you create space for God, even on the busiest mornings:
1. Prepare the Night Before
"And in the morning, rising up a great while before day, he went out, and departed into a solitary place, and there prayed." - Mark 1:35 (KJV)
Jesus knew the importance of quiet time with God, even when he was busy. We can learn from his example by prepping for our morning devotion the night before.
Choose your devotional: Pick out a Bible passage, devotional book, or podcast episode.
Lay out your tools: Gather your Bible, journal, pen, and anything else you need.
Plan your outfit: This might sound silly, but deciding what to wear the night before can save precious minutes in the morning!
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2. Wake Up a Little Earlier
"I will meditate upon thee in the night watches, because thou hast been my help." - Psalm 63:6 (KJV)
We know, easier said than done, right? But even 15 minutes earlier can make a difference.
Start small: Don't try to become a morning person overnight. Begin by setting your alarm 15 minutes earlier and gradually increase it over time.
Focus on the benefits: Think about how much more peaceful you'll feel after spending time with God.
Put your phone away: Resist the urge to scroll through social media first thing. Instead, let God's Word be the first voice you hear.
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3. Keep It Simple
"But thou, when thou prayest, enter into thy closet, and when thou hast shut thy door, pray to thy Father which is in secret; and thy Father which seeth in secret shall reward thee openly." - Matthew 6:6 (KJV)
Your time with God doesn't have to be complicated.
Read a short passage: Even just one or two verses can center you.
Reflect and pray: Think about what you read and talk to God about your day.
Listen for His voice: Be still and open to hearing from God, even if it's just a quiet sense of peace.
4. Be Flexible and Give Yourself Grace
"For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways, saith the Lord." - Isaiah 55:8 (KJV)
Life happens. Some mornings will be more rushed than others.
Don't beat yourself up: If you miss a day, don't give up! Just start fresh the next morning.
Get creative: If you're really short on time, listen to a worship song or pray while you're getting ready.
Remember, it's about connection: God cares more about your heart than a perfect routine.
Making time for God in the morning is a gift you give yourself. It's a chance to connect with your Creator, find peace in the midst of chaos, and start your day with purpose.