Making time for God is an important aspect of Christianity but also an integral part of how we act and how we interact with our Lord. Do you find it difficult to make time for God in the busy hours of the day? It’s not an easy task if you’ve got a packed schedule, but it is one that can be achieved.
In this article we share the eight simple steps to cultivate a meaningful relationship with God with the time you have available.
Step 1: Set the Time
Whether it is first thing in the morning or last thing at night, or even in the afternoon during your lunch break, mark it on your schedule. Set the time and commit to making that time available for God.
Step 2: Have Tools Ready
Make sure you have your Bible, a journal and pen as well as a devotional book ready. These are great tools for getting started with reading, reflecting on what you’ve read and making notes.
Step 3: Get Ready for Prayer
Your scheduled time should always kick off with a prayer. It doesn’t have to be a long one, speak about what’s in your heart and what you wish to accomplish with this dedicated time.
Step 4: Read Your Bible
You can read your bible or your devotional book, but read it. If you’ve found a passage of interest, think about it and see it as the word of God. Whether you use a devotional book, the bible or both, read attentively.
Step 5: Read it Until You Understand
If you have a specific book you are focusing on, read the section attentively a couple of times. Read the verses over a couple of times until it makes sense and you understand. Make any relevant notes.
Step 6: Live What You Learn
Whatever you are learning from each session spent with God’s word, make notes and apply them to your daily life. These could be personal traits or values, but be sure to apply what you’ve learned.
Step 7: Stick to Your Commitment
Now that you have a set time and have gone through the process once, you have to stick to your commitment. Keep at it and go through this exercise daily to build on your relationship with God.
Step 8: Never Give Up
There might be days when you feel too tired to get up early, or too tired to spend some time learning and making notes. Don’t give up, and keep at your commitment every day.
And that’s it, rinse and repeat. We often forget how important it is to nurture our relationship with God. There are so many things to do and think about, that we get lost in the humdrum. By following these simple steps, you’ll soon get into a routine that will establish and strengthen your relationship with God.