When I’m not reading through the Bible in 90 Days, I use this reading plan to keep me in the Word daily.
If you aren’t already following a daily plan, or you are between plans, I hope you’ll consider joining me. Just jump in on today’s date.
Today’s Reading: Job 19, Mark 1-2
Here’s what I heard today using SOAP:
Scripture: Mark 2:35
Very early in the morning, while it was still dark, Jesus got up, left the house and went off to a solitary place, where he prayed.
Observation:
Jesus was intentional in starting his day in prayer. He got up very early in the morning, sought out a quiet spot and prayed.
Application:
Jesus, who had the most direct connection with God that we could ever dream of having, still set aside quiet time to pray right at the start of the day. This is only one occasion that is mentioned here, but I can only imagine this was the way he started every day.
By starting each day this way, my guess is that He was better able to live each day in an intentional, kingdom-focused way.
Sure, waking up early can be a challenge. But wouldn’t I rather start my day with the Lord, listening to His plans for me, than jumping into it alone? If Jesus needed it and sought that time out, then shouldn’t I reach for and embrace that gift of direction that could start me off properly each day?
Prayer:
Lord, thank you so much for meeting with me each morning that I do set aside time to read your word and listen to you. And thank you for your forgiveness when that time get shoved aside for whatever reason. Thanks for that gift each and every time I accept it.
Thanks for this reminder that Jesus needed that time. If He needed it daily, then you know I do, too!
I love you, Lord. Thank you for listening, whispering and guiding. Thank you for that gift of alone time with you and this reminder that I need it.
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