For the first week or two of the new year I asked some friends to share on the topic of Bible reading. Often we women feel guilty and frustrated about our Bible reading habits and I hope this can bring inspiration.
Since I have been married, my husband signed up to receive Beside the Still Waters devotional. I have not found them to be outstanding in inspiration, but I like the small scripture portions that do not confine me to my favorite books that I tended to stick to when I choose a chapter to read each a day.
Personal devotions are more special when I am facing tough situations, and I have marveled at how a random Scripture can meet my exact need during these times. When a special verse/promise blesses me, I like to write (or paraphrase the verse or idea) in my plan book so that I can review it throughout the day.
The virtuous woman who rises early while it is yet night to look well to her household has been my meditation lately. I confess that I do not rise very early, but the best time for devotions for me is first thing in the morning after I am dressed and combed for the day. At times, my youngest joins me before I have finished (or started) my devotions. She always asks for her Bible, and I give her an old Beside the Still Waters to keep her quiet.
I try to make prayer a way of life. Any mother knows that it is a necessity to call on God all day long. When I read about a prayer request, I breathe a prayer immediately. When I wake up in the morning, I pray before I crawl out of bed. I pray until I fall asleep at night. Some days my prayers are shorter than others, but I try to stay in tune with God all the time. - Stephanie A. L.
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