| Part
of the Day |
How
I want to do this in Jesus' name |
Examples
from this series |
| The Night Before |
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- Get enough sleep
- Resolve conflicts before going to bed.
- Invite Jesus to be with you when you wake.
- Review the day with God.
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| Waking Up |
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- Renew your invitation to Jesus
- Speak to Jesus about any anxieties or concerns you feel.
- Acknowledge your dependence on Jesus.
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| During the Workday
(remember, everyone works!) |
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Working
- Show up on time.
- Greet coworkers (or children) differently
- Take a moment to pray.
Breaks
- Take mini-breaks, take a short walk.
- Take five to ten minutes to be quiet and focus on
God.
Lunch
- Use it as a mini-break with God.
Everyday Relationships
- Listen. Use the phrase "Tell me more"
- Use touch, speak words of love.
- Look for opportunities to do simple acts of
service.
- Learn from difficult people.
- Receive feedback well.
Miscellaneous
- Place symbols or reminders of God's presence in
your work setting.
- Make sure your work setting is well ordered.
- Walk more slowly, breathe deeply
- Drive in the slow lane.
- Stand in the longest line at the grocery store.
Ending the workday
- End your day honestly. Ask God for help to work
diligently the next day.
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| Dinner/ Evening
Routine |
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- See the evening meal as a time for the family to
eat together and share in prayer and a possible devotional.
- See "Everyday Relationships" above.
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| Miscellaneous |
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- Listen to God's leading and follow them.
- Schedule time to be alone with God.
- Use the way that God has given to you as a
"way" that is your strength to enjoy His presence.
- De-clutter your life.
- Use your free time for life-giving recreation.
- Set appropriate boundaries by saying not some
things so you can say yes to others.
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| Sabbath Day |
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- Worship regularly.
- Read spiritually enriching books.
- Create time for prayer and solitude.
- Avoid certain activities: checking e-mail, reading
advertisements, Etc.
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