Leftovers

Until a couple of weeks ago, I used to read my Bible at the end of the day, right before bed, when I was too tired to fully comprehend. Pretty much "goin' through the motions" versus really reading to hear from God.

Now I read first thing in the morning, when my mind is fresh and uncluttered...before I check Facebook...before I turn on the radio for news (since I don't have TV anymore)...before I eat breakfast...I spend time with God FIRST. As a result, the words stay with me throughout the day and are having a much greater impact. This morning's reading gave me a message that was JUST what I needed to hear. It came from Jeremiah 17:7-8.



“But blessed are those who trust in the Lord
and have made the Lord their hope and confidence.
They are like trees planted along a riverbank,
with roots that reach deep into the water.
Such trees are not bothered by the heat
or worried by long months of drought.
Their leaves stay green,
and they never stop producing fruit."


This was yet another reminder that no matter my circumstance, I will continue to trust in the Lord.

Makes me a bit ashamed to realize that I have been giving God the "leftovers of me" by reading His word at the end of the day. He gives me His very best at ALL times. The least I can do is give me the BEST part of me, which is in the morning before everything else has taken His spot.

Now, Let the DIALOGUE begin: What's the FIRST thing YOU do every morning?

Talk to me!

Til next time...