In the past I have read through the Bible in a year, but since I have become a mom it has been such a challenge for me. And I hate to admit it. This stage of life is where I need to be in His word the most. My prayer is that this year is the year that I will be able to stay focused and stay in His Word. Life is so busy, we find ourselves stretched so thin, and yet the one thing that could right the chaos, calm the storm, and strengthen the weary is the one thing that I sadly struggle with…… so here I am, admitting that the daily struggle of reading His Word is coming to an end. This year (and hopefully forever) I am making His Word my priority. His Word the first thing, and the last thing of every day. I love speaking to Him, praising Him through song, but I really struggle consistently with reading through the Word in one year.
I found a plan that has you read a portion in the old testament, the new testament and Psalms each day. So here we are our scripture reading for today Psalm 2:1-12….. “….blessed are all who take refuge in him.” When I think of taking refuge it would appear that this means to rest in Him, allow comfort to flow from his hands throughout our souls. Focusing on His word is a part of allowing our own vulnerability and brokenness to be healed.
Matthew 2:1-18 Is all about Jesus’s birth and coming to fulfill the prophecy. His birth began the final process of what had been stated in the old testament about His birth. AMAZING
Genesis 2:18-4:16 God’s creation has given to mankind absolutely everything that is needed, and more often then that it is more than what is requested. The whole universe created by God was created to give us joy.
So where does that put me, this exhausted busy momma? It puts me right where he wants me to be. By allowing these words/truths to sink into the very depths of my soul, it enables me to be a better mom, a better spouse, a better friend. May 2018 continue to be a year of growth in Him. Be blessed!!!
Beautifully Blessed 