Mornings

Good Morning!! Anyone else roll out of bed with dread? Stumble to the coffee pot, wake the children, begin the morning at a snails pace with only one eye open? I know I do. I find myself so envious of the women who drop their kids off at school wearing a full face of makeup, dressed so cute, their hair so perfectly in place, always chipper & so put together. If I get my bra on before 8am, I consider myself winning! I want to get up a half an hour before my children. I want to read my devotional before I reach for my phone. I want to pray before I open my planner. I used to be so good at it. When did this shift happen? I know that days I begin with patience and gratitude are the best days. I know getting into The Word before I begin my day gives me the confidence to go about my day with peace. Let's face it. We live in a crazy world. I need that daily reminder of who wins in the end! I know I cannot go a single day without my heavenly fathers guidance. If I know all these things, why have I pushed them to the side? Why is it not second nature to reach for my bible the way I reach for my phone or my coffee cup? Habit! That's why. I have not kept my eyes on what is most important. For a moment I let myself focus on worldly things. I forgot to keep my eyes above the waves. Sometimes I need that reminder that the enemy seeks to steal & destroy. I refuse to allow that to happen. So, this morning I am up before my children. I am enjoying this moment to BE STILL! My phone is not in my hand before His word is! I want to challenge you this month to put scripture in your hand before anything else. Take a moment for you before the business of the day comes along. Reflect on the fact that all good things flow through HIM! Trust him enough to guide your steps each and every day. Psalm 13:5-6 is a good focus scripture for me today. "I trust in your unfailing love, my heart rejoices in your salvation. I will sing to the Lord, for he has been good to me." I may be a bit tired from this early morning but I know that my heart is full of the spirit. I pray that your day is wonderful and that God covers you in his love, protection & peace today. Thank you, God for my life at The Ward Zoo!