Start Slow

I encourage you to start slow this morning…

One reason for our absence of joy, peace, & purpose in our day is because often times we hit the floor running from the moment we wake up and get out of bed.  The first thing we hear is the voice of others whether it be TV, radio, Facebook, classmates, coworkers, family, or friends.  Although those voices may at times be pleasant there is only one voice that is filled with life.

In John 6:63 Jesus said, “My words are life.”

Proverbs 4:22 says, “My words are life to those who find them.”

Only God’s word contains life!

God is the author of joy, he has a patent on peace, and he ordains purpose, if we want to experience these in our day we should start our day out slow.  Remove some of the distractions in the morning, even if its just for ten minutes.

I’m convinced that Jesus got away early in the morning so God could breathe into Him purpose and destiny.  If you want to have a truly inspired day, start slow by spending time with God.  The word “inspired” actually means “God breathed,” when we spend time with God in prayer and in His Word, He breathes into us and inspires us to love on purpose and to live for Him!  I encourage you to try it for a few days in a row and see how it effects your day.  After its proven to work for you, introduce this into your children’s lives.  Remove distractions for them and give them just a little time each morning to start slow with God.  The reward is immeasurable and it tends to have a ripple effect.

I’m praying for you friends,

-John