Well today I wanted to talk about God's house. As a few of you know I have taken the step of beginning to look for a house. This process if you haven't been through it can be very stressful and really beat you up. You look at hundreds of listings online, you look at a number in person, and then you have to decide on what you are going to bid and how much. These decisions all have to be made in a day or less with how fast the market is moving but are decisions that are going to greatly affect you for the next years.
While going through many houses the past few weeks, I think I have seen it all. I have seen houses that are gorgeous inside and out and very well maintained. Then on the other side I have seen some houses which needed to be completely gutted and torn down to the studs. These houses needed thousands of dollars to be invested in them to feel comfortable even sleeping there.
During all of this I really got to looking at my faith and how house shopping is very similar to our own relationships with God. God has many children including each one of you. The price tag on each one of us is the same as we are all equal but the work that needs to be done differs. We work to live a Godly life to help minimize that work but we are still a mess. We are a new bathroom but a destroyed kitchen and living room. We all need work just like every house I walked into needed something. Although too much work on these houses detoured me from putting an offer in it does not detour God. He is willing to put that work in to make you whole. He knows you have a great outer shell and just need some remodeling.
That remodeling can come in many different forms. Maybe it involves going to church for the first time, or joining a bible study within your church. Sometimes it could be listening to different music, or getting into his word more. God uses many ways to remodel you just like you can with a house. You can knock out that wall or just patch it up. Both will work but the way you choose to remodel can affect the outcome. It can be a pain to tear everything down and start new but sometimes it is necessary. We need to allow ourselves to let God completely remodel us. Let him take control and knock those walls down. Don't try to just patch up your problems but let him tear them down and rebuild you. He is the ultimate contractor. He will make you into the best person you could ever dream of plus more. He will make you into that house that you walk into and say "This is the one". In his eyes each one of us are this way. He loves you unconditionally and always has. His love is eternal and even though we are a mess we are his.
Sunday, May 4, 2014
Sunday, April 27, 2014
The Cross before You
Hey Everyone hope you had a good Easter and got to celebrate the true meaning. I wanted to talk today about your journey with God and putting the Cross first. This came to me at church this morning and with a song I was listening to from Chris Tomlin on putting the cross before you and the world behind you.
The song and story is basically if you put the Cross before you and the world behind you, your worries will be limited. Have you ever thought about doing that in your life or are you doing that? For me it is so easy to do that for the times around Easter and Christmas but once I get caught up in my daily grind I tend to put the world in front of me and the Cross behind me. Now I am not forgetting about the Cross or my relationship with Christ but I am putting the needs of this world (work, school, chores, etc.) in front of me. It is impossible from my side to always put the Cross first because we are sinful. If we always had Christ first in our lives then we would be close to being sinless. We would always be living for him and not selfish.
I deal with this on a daily basis. I face so many different items at work that pull my attention. Throughout the day my focus goes to these projects and usually my frustrations are close behind. Now if I took my day and continually put the Cross before me I am sure my frustrations would be diminished. I have a perfect example of this just this past week when I had to present a tough proposition to a customer. While I was very nervous and worked up about this meeting, I focused myself on God and my fears calmed. The meeting in turn went a lot better then I expected and I was able to relax. I truly believe this was in part due to my focus on the Cross instead of the worldly needs.
I challenge each of you this week to focus on putting the Cross first. Remember the sacrifices Jesus made for you and the blessing you have of eternal life. Take whatever step necessary for you to do this. Maybe you should put a Cross in your car or on the mirror in the morning. Put a cross on your computer desktop or your phone's screensaver. Make it a priority to put the Cross before you and the world will be behind you without even knowing it. These small things turn into a large step in growing your faith and getting closer with your Father.
Mark 8:34-38
34 Then he called the crowd to him along with his disciples and said: “Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross and follow me. 35 For whoever wants to save their life[b] will lose it, but whoever loses their life for me and for the gospel will save it. 36 What good is it for someone to gain the whole world, yet forfeit their soul? 37 Or what can anyone give in exchange for their soul? 38 If anyone is ashamed of me and my words in this adulterous and sinful generation, the Son of Man will be ashamed of them when he comes in his Father’s glory with the holy angels.”
The song and story is basically if you put the Cross before you and the world behind you, your worries will be limited. Have you ever thought about doing that in your life or are you doing that? For me it is so easy to do that for the times around Easter and Christmas but once I get caught up in my daily grind I tend to put the world in front of me and the Cross behind me. Now I am not forgetting about the Cross or my relationship with Christ but I am putting the needs of this world (work, school, chores, etc.) in front of me. It is impossible from my side to always put the Cross first because we are sinful. If we always had Christ first in our lives then we would be close to being sinless. We would always be living for him and not selfish.
I deal with this on a daily basis. I face so many different items at work that pull my attention. Throughout the day my focus goes to these projects and usually my frustrations are close behind. Now if I took my day and continually put the Cross before me I am sure my frustrations would be diminished. I have a perfect example of this just this past week when I had to present a tough proposition to a customer. While I was very nervous and worked up about this meeting, I focused myself on God and my fears calmed. The meeting in turn went a lot better then I expected and I was able to relax. I truly believe this was in part due to my focus on the Cross instead of the worldly needs.
I challenge each of you this week to focus on putting the Cross first. Remember the sacrifices Jesus made for you and the blessing you have of eternal life. Take whatever step necessary for you to do this. Maybe you should put a Cross in your car or on the mirror in the morning. Put a cross on your computer desktop or your phone's screensaver. Make it a priority to put the Cross before you and the world will be behind you without even knowing it. These small things turn into a large step in growing your faith and getting closer with your Father.
Mark 8:34-38
34 Then he called the crowd to him along with his disciples and said: “Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross and follow me. 35 For whoever wants to save their life[b] will lose it, but whoever loses their life for me and for the gospel will save it. 36 What good is it for someone to gain the whole world, yet forfeit their soul? 37 Or what can anyone give in exchange for their soul? 38 If anyone is ashamed of me and my words in this adulterous and sinful generation, the Son of Man will be ashamed of them when he comes in his Father’s glory with the holy angels.”
Thursday, April 17, 2014
The Nail
Well everyone this week is Holy week with Good Friday coming tomorrow. This day is always one that always gets me and something I wanted to address today. I hope this blog will give you some items to think about while you are at church this weekend.
Have you ever thought about you being a part of that nail that was hammered into Jesus' hand? Now let's take a step back and think about times that we have gotten hurt. Have you ever put something through your hand? A staple, a nail, or maybe you just got a paper cut. You know how much that hurt and it is nothing compared to what Jesus took on that cross. That nail went into his wrist. Do you know how many tendons, bones, and nerves are located there? I am not a medical person and will not try to be but there are a lot. Now this nail was not just an ordinary nail but one that carried an even heavier weight. This nail was made of fibers that is each one of our sins. Have you ever taken a second to think that the nail that held Jesus up to the cross was because of you? That nail wasn't only each and every one of our sins but also pounded in by our mistakes and issues.
Now think about going through that pain and knowing you can stop it but you don't. You know you have to take this to save others so you continue to suffer. You know your mission and you don't move. This would be like having a hot stove and putting your hand on it. Your nerves and your mind is telling you to move your hand immediately but you can't. If you take that hand off others could be hurt. Of course this is a hypothetical situation but something I don't think any of us could handle. Jesus put his hand on that stove and didn't move but took the suffering.
Now think about his Father. Parents out there say all the time when a tragedy happens I wish I could of taken their place. You never want something bad to happen to any young kid but especially your own kid. God had to feel this way to but he knew the mission. He knew what had to take place and that is why He sent His son because only He could accomplish the mission.
The day of Good Friday is one that moves a lot of people but sometimes it only happens for the hour you are at church or only for that day. This should not be a one day thing but an everyday experience.
Jesus is down fighting the devil and defeating him for us. We all watch the great movies like Captain America, or the Avengers and watch the crazy fight scene. This fight scene would make that look like a slap fight. This fight was one that changed eternity.
I hope this post gets you thinking and has you take a deeper look at your choices and the true meaning of Good Friday. It can be a hard pill to swallow but something that is necessary. Now I will not leave you on that note because this Sunday the Victory is won. God is NOT Dead. He is alive and is in your corner as you fight that fight everyday. He gives you the hydration (bible, church) and tips (Christian community) that you need to live for God. This isn't something you will accomplish yourself but with his help. The Devil has been defeated.
Have you ever thought about you being a part of that nail that was hammered into Jesus' hand? Now let's take a step back and think about times that we have gotten hurt. Have you ever put something through your hand? A staple, a nail, or maybe you just got a paper cut. You know how much that hurt and it is nothing compared to what Jesus took on that cross. That nail went into his wrist. Do you know how many tendons, bones, and nerves are located there? I am not a medical person and will not try to be but there are a lot. Now this nail was not just an ordinary nail but one that carried an even heavier weight. This nail was made of fibers that is each one of our sins. Have you ever taken a second to think that the nail that held Jesus up to the cross was because of you? That nail wasn't only each and every one of our sins but also pounded in by our mistakes and issues.
Now think about going through that pain and knowing you can stop it but you don't. You know you have to take this to save others so you continue to suffer. You know your mission and you don't move. This would be like having a hot stove and putting your hand on it. Your nerves and your mind is telling you to move your hand immediately but you can't. If you take that hand off others could be hurt. Of course this is a hypothetical situation but something I don't think any of us could handle. Jesus put his hand on that stove and didn't move but took the suffering.
Now think about his Father. Parents out there say all the time when a tragedy happens I wish I could of taken their place. You never want something bad to happen to any young kid but especially your own kid. God had to feel this way to but he knew the mission. He knew what had to take place and that is why He sent His son because only He could accomplish the mission.
The day of Good Friday is one that moves a lot of people but sometimes it only happens for the hour you are at church or only for that day. This should not be a one day thing but an everyday experience.
Jesus is down fighting the devil and defeating him for us. We all watch the great movies like Captain America, or the Avengers and watch the crazy fight scene. This fight scene would make that look like a slap fight. This fight was one that changed eternity.
I hope this post gets you thinking and has you take a deeper look at your choices and the true meaning of Good Friday. It can be a hard pill to swallow but something that is necessary. Now I will not leave you on that note because this Sunday the Victory is won. God is NOT Dead. He is alive and is in your corner as you fight that fight everyday. He gives you the hydration (bible, church) and tips (Christian community) that you need to live for God. This isn't something you will accomplish yourself but with his help. The Devil has been defeated.
Sunday, April 6, 2014
Motives
Hello everyone,
Well it has been a crazy few weeks but I am back to the blogs. I wanted to focus today on motive and that is stemming from a song that I have had on repeat lately called clear the stage from Jimmy Needham. This is a great song that I heard a few weeks ago about giving God the stage.
It is so easy these days to get caught up in ourselves. If it is proud of an accomplishment at work, or happy for an accomplishment on the court. We easily start to take the attention ourselves. You can easily see this in the NCAA tournament at this time. You may get a stand out player and the world puts them on a pedestal. They hit a few big shots and the world revolves around them. This just doesn't happen to start athletes but to all of us at some point because of our sinful life. We work to make sure other's know what we are doing and what we have accomplished.
Now the song you hear focuses on this happening in church. Are you singing for God? Or are you singing for the image it shows? This is a real hit and I am sure each one of us at some point have been guilty of going to church for the wrong reason. Is it to show the image that you are a strong believer. Are you singing because everyone else is? There are so many reasons that we do these things but did you ever stop to think during this why you are doing it. I have caught myself in this many times and over the past few weeks have really asked myself that question. Singing at church I usually did because well everyone else was or cause I liked the song. When I stopped to realize why we sang in church and what the songs said I hit a new level. It is so easy to get caught up in a catchy beat or just singing to sing. But when you sing with that passion, praising the Lord I truly can't describe it.
I challenge each one of you in the coming weeks to really ask yourself why when you are doing something. If it is a part of your work day or your time with God. Are you doing it for you? If you are take a moment to pray for God's patience. We are not here to glorify and honor ourselves we are here to honor Him. When your motives, are in line with God you will see a difference. Make sure in all you do "To God be the Glory"
John 5
Moreover, the Father judges no one, but has entrusted all judgment to the Son, 23 that all may honor the Son just as they honor the Father. Whoever does not honor the Son does not honor the Father, who sent him.
Well it has been a crazy few weeks but I am back to the blogs. I wanted to focus today on motive and that is stemming from a song that I have had on repeat lately called clear the stage from Jimmy Needham. This is a great song that I heard a few weeks ago about giving God the stage.
It is so easy these days to get caught up in ourselves. If it is proud of an accomplishment at work, or happy for an accomplishment on the court. We easily start to take the attention ourselves. You can easily see this in the NCAA tournament at this time. You may get a stand out player and the world puts them on a pedestal. They hit a few big shots and the world revolves around them. This just doesn't happen to start athletes but to all of us at some point because of our sinful life. We work to make sure other's know what we are doing and what we have accomplished.
Now the song you hear focuses on this happening in church. Are you singing for God? Or are you singing for the image it shows? This is a real hit and I am sure each one of us at some point have been guilty of going to church for the wrong reason. Is it to show the image that you are a strong believer. Are you singing because everyone else is? There are so many reasons that we do these things but did you ever stop to think during this why you are doing it. I have caught myself in this many times and over the past few weeks have really asked myself that question. Singing at church I usually did because well everyone else was or cause I liked the song. When I stopped to realize why we sang in church and what the songs said I hit a new level. It is so easy to get caught up in a catchy beat or just singing to sing. But when you sing with that passion, praising the Lord I truly can't describe it.
I challenge each one of you in the coming weeks to really ask yourself why when you are doing something. If it is a part of your work day or your time with God. Are you doing it for you? If you are take a moment to pray for God's patience. We are not here to glorify and honor ourselves we are here to honor Him. When your motives, are in line with God you will see a difference. Make sure in all you do "To God be the Glory"
John 5
Moreover, the Father judges no one, but has entrusted all judgment to the Son, 23 that all may honor the Son just as they honor the Father. Whoever does not honor the Son does not honor the Father, who sent him.
Sunday, March 16, 2014
Weakness
Well as some of you noticed I did not post last week. Unfortunately, I came down with a bug last weekend and was basically out of commission all week. I have started doing more than laying on my couch this weekend but still am beat. While working through the fever and other symptoms I started thinking more about this weakness and our relationship with God. That is where to blog is coming from today, my weakness the past week while being sick.
Have you ever been sick and feel like you can't do anything? What about when you are healthy and go to the gym and can't push yourself to make the next step? The great thing about being weak is that we can be. As a human it is hard to sit out of work or get out of your daily routine, but it won't kill you. The weakness we experience during sickness or a long workout just shows the us the need we have for the Lord. It is a huge struggle for me personally when I am sick because I hate being weak. I like to be the strong person. I want people to know they can come to me at any time and that I will be strong in whatever they need. When I was sick and still today it kills me because I don't feel strong for others. It has taken me some time to realize that this weakness is okay because Jesus took all our weakness to the cross so we can be weak and that I cannot rely on myself to always be strong. Now it is important that you continue to grow stronger in your everyday life and your faith but that you will have times of weakness.
When you are weak in your faith, take some time to let others help you out and encourage you. It will happen just like each of us will face sickness at points in our lives we will face "sickness" in our relationship with God. Slow down during these times and get extra time in the word. Just like when you are sick you need extra sleep when you are weak with God you need extra time with him. Having a strong community around you when you don't feel you can get out of bed to go to church or take those extra minutes to read your bible is crucial. Just like having a parent that takes care of you when you don't want to get off the couch. Sickness in our lives can be related to our faith. It is okay to become weak but know that you come back stronger. You can be weak at times because the Lord has taken that everlasting weakness onto his back when he carried and suffered on the cross. The weakness you face in your faith or in your life is temporary thanks to the sacrifice of Jesus Christ. Don't be scared of weakness but embrace it as an opportunity to grow stronger and heal.
Have you ever been sick and feel like you can't do anything? What about when you are healthy and go to the gym and can't push yourself to make the next step? The great thing about being weak is that we can be. As a human it is hard to sit out of work or get out of your daily routine, but it won't kill you. The weakness we experience during sickness or a long workout just shows the us the need we have for the Lord. It is a huge struggle for me personally when I am sick because I hate being weak. I like to be the strong person. I want people to know they can come to me at any time and that I will be strong in whatever they need. When I was sick and still today it kills me because I don't feel strong for others. It has taken me some time to realize that this weakness is okay because Jesus took all our weakness to the cross so we can be weak and that I cannot rely on myself to always be strong. Now it is important that you continue to grow stronger in your everyday life and your faith but that you will have times of weakness.
When you are weak in your faith, take some time to let others help you out and encourage you. It will happen just like each of us will face sickness at points in our lives we will face "sickness" in our relationship with God. Slow down during these times and get extra time in the word. Just like when you are sick you need extra sleep when you are weak with God you need extra time with him. Having a strong community around you when you don't feel you can get out of bed to go to church or take those extra minutes to read your bible is crucial. Just like having a parent that takes care of you when you don't want to get off the couch. Sickness in our lives can be related to our faith. It is okay to become weak but know that you come back stronger. You can be weak at times because the Lord has taken that everlasting weakness onto his back when he carried and suffered on the cross. The weakness you face in your faith or in your life is temporary thanks to the sacrifice of Jesus Christ. Don't be scared of weakness but embrace it as an opportunity to grow stronger and heal.
Saturday, March 1, 2014
Who do they see?
This week has been another busy week with many interesting and challenging times for me. This blog really came to me this week multiple times and God has been leading me to write it which is the reason I am writing a day earlier than the normal. Today I want to focus on what others see in you?
We are all our own unique individuals and it is such a blessing because that brings so many great times into our lives. We have similarities and differences but it makes you you. Have you ever asked yourself what do you want others to see in you? Sometimes it is that you are a great athlete, successful businessman/woman, or helpful person. Have you ever thought about or prayed that people see Jesus in You? There is a great song out there right now called Let Them See You by JJ Weeks Band. This is a prayer that he is singing asking people to see God in him. Now why was this on my heart this week. Many reasons.
This week unfortunately started very stressful for me. A number of items went wrong starting Monday morning when I arrived at work and it seemed like nothing was going to get better. It is one of those days you just kinda wish you didn't get out of bed. I let my emotions get the most of me that day and let others see my sinful side. By the way I talked, to the way I threw my computer mouse across the room I was not letting others see God in me. During this time I did not lose my faith or not know the person I wanted to be I just let the devil get in the way of my Christian lifestyle. I showed to others that I am sinful just like them but in turn caused others to look negatively on everything and not let them see the love of the Lord even in the tough situations.
That was followed by something not as frustrating, but a gut check for me. Hanging out with some friends last night, I began to let myself slip into being relaxed and not living for God. I was a lot more loose with my language, did not speak of my faith, or really show others God. I did not think anything of it (except noticing I was looser with my language) until one of the other people in the group started talking to me about this blog and opened up about their faith. Right there it was like getting hit by an Amtrak train then a Greyhound bus followed by having a ton of bricks dropped on me. At that moment I realized that I wasn't showing others God or necessarily living for him in that moment. I quickly switched my approach and tried to show the others in the group my faith through my actions and my words.
It is crucial for others to see God in you. It comes back to the saying actions speak louder than words. When you get ready for bed at the end of the day, can you say others saw Him in you. Did that frustrating situation overtake who you were or the people you were around overstep you? It is a challenge for each of us everyday but something that can be beat. As you continue to grow your faith and dedication to the Lord others will see Him in you as He becomes a deeper part of you. Say a prayer today or whenever you get in a tough situation asking for others to see Him. Remember your actions and words can allow others to see His love and sacrifice He made for everyone of us.
Matthew 5:13-16
We are all our own unique individuals and it is such a blessing because that brings so many great times into our lives. We have similarities and differences but it makes you you. Have you ever asked yourself what do you want others to see in you? Sometimes it is that you are a great athlete, successful businessman/woman, or helpful person. Have you ever thought about or prayed that people see Jesus in You? There is a great song out there right now called Let Them See You by JJ Weeks Band. This is a prayer that he is singing asking people to see God in him. Now why was this on my heart this week. Many reasons.
This week unfortunately started very stressful for me. A number of items went wrong starting Monday morning when I arrived at work and it seemed like nothing was going to get better. It is one of those days you just kinda wish you didn't get out of bed. I let my emotions get the most of me that day and let others see my sinful side. By the way I talked, to the way I threw my computer mouse across the room I was not letting others see God in me. During this time I did not lose my faith or not know the person I wanted to be I just let the devil get in the way of my Christian lifestyle. I showed to others that I am sinful just like them but in turn caused others to look negatively on everything and not let them see the love of the Lord even in the tough situations.
That was followed by something not as frustrating, but a gut check for me. Hanging out with some friends last night, I began to let myself slip into being relaxed and not living for God. I was a lot more loose with my language, did not speak of my faith, or really show others God. I did not think anything of it (except noticing I was looser with my language) until one of the other people in the group started talking to me about this blog and opened up about their faith. Right there it was like getting hit by an Amtrak train then a Greyhound bus followed by having a ton of bricks dropped on me. At that moment I realized that I wasn't showing others God or necessarily living for him in that moment. I quickly switched my approach and tried to show the others in the group my faith through my actions and my words.
It is crucial for others to see God in you. It comes back to the saying actions speak louder than words. When you get ready for bed at the end of the day, can you say others saw Him in you. Did that frustrating situation overtake who you were or the people you were around overstep you? It is a challenge for each of us everyday but something that can be beat. As you continue to grow your faith and dedication to the Lord others will see Him in you as He becomes a deeper part of you. Say a prayer today or whenever you get in a tough situation asking for others to see Him. Remember your actions and words can allow others to see His love and sacrifice He made for everyone of us.
Matthew 5:13-16
13 “You are the salt of the earth. But if the salt loses its saltiness, how can it be made salty again? It is no longer good for anything, except to be thrown out and trampled underfoot.
14 “You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden. 15 Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. 16 In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.
Sunday, February 23, 2014
Reset
This week's blog is exactly what the title says. A reset. As I have spoken about over the past few weeks I have been traveling a fair amount lately which is where a number of my blogs stem from. Well this week I was able to stay in East Michigan the entire week. I got to enjoy some of the normal parts of my life. I saw friends, got to work with Motown Soup, and enjoy time with my family. I also got to get a lot done that has been skipped over the past few weeks. Along with these benefits I got to attend the 2014 Winter Jam at Joe Louis Arena last night. This is a concert of 10 Christian bands giving up their talents for the Lord. A big topic during the time was Resetting your faith and it leads me to this blog today.
As I have had this past week in town I have been able to "reset". I cleaned up on emails, saw some clients who are local that I have been unable to visit, and got a number of items done from my growing list. This week here was not critical to me doing my job but it strongly helped me in continuing to accomplish my responsiblities in my position. It helped me get a fresh view on everything for the coming weeks and allowed me to not feel so overwhelmed.
I see what happened with me this week at work is very similar to our walk in faith. Sometimes we just need a "reset". No matter if you are on a high or a low in your faith having that time, if it is a week or a day, to refocus and reset is critical. So much happens in life on a daily basis that a number of items may come in the way and you start to push away your time with the Lord. "Reseting" your faith allows you to focus back on this. Just like for me with cleaning up emails now you can read the Bible which you set aside during your "travels". I really believe that our faith is very similar to my work life right now. I get so busy for a certain period of time that my priorities get thrown around and I just need to reset. When you reset your faith you also allow your mind to be cleared. Sitting down and having some quiet time to reset is important so you can sort your thoughts out. Also reseting lets you have a new sense of dedication to your faith. As you get busy and stressed your body and mind starts to get exhausted. Due to this you may not be giving your 100% because your body just can't do it. By reseting your faith and refocusing on your life with the Lord it will allow you to rededicate yourself. Now reseting does not mean you are losing everything you have worked on for the past months, or years but just refreshing it.
I encourage you to "reset" when you start feeling stressed. This can be daily or weekly but it is essential for you to continue a strong relationship with the Lord. Take a day or whatever time necessary to refresh your mind and refresh your heart. When we are not giving God our 100% we are cheating him of what he deserves and commands of us. Don't let your life overtake you. Do not be afraid to take a step back take a deep breath and refocus.
Acts 2:25-28
As I have had this past week in town I have been able to "reset". I cleaned up on emails, saw some clients who are local that I have been unable to visit, and got a number of items done from my growing list. This week here was not critical to me doing my job but it strongly helped me in continuing to accomplish my responsiblities in my position. It helped me get a fresh view on everything for the coming weeks and allowed me to not feel so overwhelmed.
I see what happened with me this week at work is very similar to our walk in faith. Sometimes we just need a "reset". No matter if you are on a high or a low in your faith having that time, if it is a week or a day, to refocus and reset is critical. So much happens in life on a daily basis that a number of items may come in the way and you start to push away your time with the Lord. "Reseting" your faith allows you to focus back on this. Just like for me with cleaning up emails now you can read the Bible which you set aside during your "travels". I really believe that our faith is very similar to my work life right now. I get so busy for a certain period of time that my priorities get thrown around and I just need to reset. When you reset your faith you also allow your mind to be cleared. Sitting down and having some quiet time to reset is important so you can sort your thoughts out. Also reseting lets you have a new sense of dedication to your faith. As you get busy and stressed your body and mind starts to get exhausted. Due to this you may not be giving your 100% because your body just can't do it. By reseting your faith and refocusing on your life with the Lord it will allow you to rededicate yourself. Now reseting does not mean you are losing everything you have worked on for the past months, or years but just refreshing it.
I encourage you to "reset" when you start feeling stressed. This can be daily or weekly but it is essential for you to continue a strong relationship with the Lord. Take a day or whatever time necessary to refresh your mind and refresh your heart. When we are not giving God our 100% we are cheating him of what he deserves and commands of us. Don't let your life overtake you. Do not be afraid to take a step back take a deep breath and refocus.
Acts 2:25-28
25 David said about him:
“‘I saw the Lord always before me.
Because he is at my right hand,
I will not be shaken.
26 Therefore my heart is glad and my tongue rejoices;
my body also will rest in hope,
27 because you will not abandon me to the realm of the dead,
you will not let your holy one see decay.
28 You have made known to me the paths of life;
you will fill me with joy in your presence.’[e]
Because he is at my right hand,
I will not be shaken.
26 Therefore my heart is glad and my tongue rejoices;
my body also will rest in hope,
27 because you will not abandon me to the realm of the dead,
you will not let your holy one see decay.
28 You have made known to me the paths of life;
you will fill me with joy in your presence.’[e]
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