1/100th of your day

Let me give you a challenge: 

Choose a Bible verse or passage that speaks to your heart. If you’re anxious, choose a passage like Philippians 4:6-7. If you’re discouraged, a verse like John 16:33. If you’re struggling with doubts, a passage like Proverbs 3:5-6.

Write it down or mark it in your Bible. Each morning thoughtfully recite it, telling the Lord you want it to “dwell” in your heart (Colossians 3:16). 

If you like to journal, journal your thoughts about it (8 Reasons to Journal). If you are a creative journaler, draw the verse (Creative Bible Study). Consider memorizing it (Filling Our Minds with Life).  Next Monday, choose another passage and do the same thing. 

This is such a tiny effort. 

If you spend 5-10 minutes on your passage each day, that’s about 1/100th of your waking hours. 

A tiny investment with a good return:

💙 God promises that His Word will not return void (Isaiah 55:9-11).

💙  It’s alive and able to judge the thoughts and attitudes of our hearts (Hebrews 4:12).

💙  It’s helpful no matter our need: teaching, rebuking, correcting, and training us in righteousness, so we’ll be thoroughly equipped (2 Timothy 3:16-17). 

Wow!

Some helpful resources:

Scriptures About Godly Speech

Scriptures for Developing Self-Control

10 Scriptures to Inspire Thankfulness

5 Verses to Memorize when Your Heart is Breaking

Scriptures for Overcoming Fear or Worry

10 Scriptures About Accepting Correction 

Scriptures for Conquering Anger

Bible Love Notes