prayer journal 04

[prismaticbleed]

The noise of the world can drown out the voice of God. Taking time to be still and read God's Word-- even five minutes a day-- will allow You to hear His Voice.
What do you need to do to "unplug" from the hustle and bustle of the world?
How will you begin to make time to listen-- and hear-- from God?

This unit is VERY noisy during meals, and often during free time, which typically makes me dissociate from sheer overwhelm. Even alone in my room, the complex & arduous work of recovery-- both coping & planning-- take up so much of my cognitive effort & time. But I'm STILL yearning for God; even if the intensity of that true hunger is somewhat muffled lately, it never disappears, and my faith constantly makes itself known again like sunlight through clouds. Morning & night prayers are key; so is mealtime prayer. But I MUST regularly read Scripture DURING THE DAY, too-- even if only a line every hour. I MUST stay connected!

GUIDANCE FOR TODAY...

+ TALK to Jesus!! Prayer isn't just recitation; THAT'S why you're exhausted! Don't be afraid of Him, OR of His Holy Spirit. They LOVE you and want to HELP you & SAVE you, NOT condemn or hurt you!! Start having CONVERSATIONS with them-- heart to Heart.
+ START READING THE GOSPELS IN A LINEAR FASHION-- no jumping around! I want to read them SO BADLY, and now is a perfect time to start! (Bring the Bible to backup!!)
+ USE TINY PRAYERS OFTEN. Little expressions of love & thanks, brief but sincere visualized reflections on the Life of Christ, a line from a hymn or psalm, a simple trusting cry for help... those ALL COUNT AS PRAYER, and they WILL keep your heart in CONSTANT communion! ♡