My longest habit of faith is daily prayer beginning when I was a young mother with small children. I literally entered my "prayer closet" -- a small table in the back of my walk-in closet. It became a rhythm of my life. Now my children have children of their own and I no longer have to steal away. I sit in front of beautiful french doors, watch the glorious sun rise and use it as a prompt for praise and thanksgiving. A sweet time. A foundation of my faith.
My longest held faith habit is daily prayer. I learned this as a little girl. I also read my Bible, listen to sermons, and talk to others about faith and the gospel regularly.
This sounds like a great list of habits, Tracy. Thanks so much for sharing them. I love that you have been praying daily since you were a little girl. That's a long habit!
By the way, you were one of the five who will receive a copy of Jen's book! Email me your address at charity@charitysingletoncraig.com, and I'll get it in the mail right away so you can begin reading with us next week if you'd like. Thanks again!
My faith habit is Bible study. I like to have a notebook with me when I do my devotion or listen to a sermon so I can take notes on historical context, the definitions of Greek/Hebrew words, and cross-reference verses. I want to be better at reviewing what I write, and applying that knowledge to my day-to-day life. I've been realizing how important healthy habits are to my resiliency in this season, so I'm looking forward to reading this book!
Melissa -- These all sound like such great habits. I love that you even have some habits you hope to add ... like reviewing what you've written down from sermons and such and applying learned knowledge to your life. Those sound like great habits.
I'm sorry I didn't draw your name as a winner of Jen's book. But hopefully you'll be able to pick up a copy at the library or your local bookstore and read along with us. I look forward to your insights.
Probably journaling would be the longest running habit. This also has the longest affect on my faith. As I look back and read past entries, I see how God has lovingly cared for me. So often this caring is in relationships or connections he has made that have led me in my career or walk with Him. Reading Scripture is a close second but I always feel I could and should be doing more of this. I love when I see entries in my journal of meaningful life connections to specific Scriptures. I chose a verse for this year, the first time I remember...Psalm 90:12...Teach us to number our days to gain a heart of wisdom.
Journaling has been a long and important habit for me, too, Q. Like you, it's such an encouragement to read back over what God has done.
You are one of the winners of Jen's book! I think you'll love it. I already have your address, I believe. But if you want to send me an email to confirm, that would be great. (charity@charitysingletoncraig.com)
This book sounds like a wonderful tool to help anchor during an uncertain time. For several years I’ve been reading the daily lectionary passages and that has helped me stay close to God even when he feels far away. I like to read the Psalm out loud. I also pray out loud on my commute to work every day. This habit has surprised me in how intimate it feels. It’s hard to do at home because it feels awkward when other people might overhear, but in the car I can get so real in the conversation. Sometimes I even sing to God (I’m not a singer). Definitely only in the car,lol.
I love the habits you've listed, Laura. Like you, I've long been a car pray-er ... it does feel so private and intimate in a way that silent praying doesn't. I've been reading through the lectionary this year, and I love how doing so connects me not only to the Lord, but also to his people.
I'm sorry I didn't draw your name as a winner of Jen's book. I do hope you'll be able to find a copy at the library or your local bookstore and read along with us. Your perspective would be so welcome here.
Reading Scripture and journaling - those are my two longest habits. I read to learn more about faith and God and life, and then I write to process it all.
I have these same two habits, Kim. These are definitely the ones I've kept the longest.
And I'm so happy to tell you that I drew your name to receive a copy of Jen's book! Email me your address at charity@charitysingletoncraig.com, and I'll get it in the mail right away so you can begin reading with us next week if you'd like.
Looking forward to exploring this book with everyone! 2 habits that have been most important to me are doing yoga daily to incorporate movement with breathing, which to me is a spiritual practice; the other is listening to a daily devotional/meditation from an app called "Pray as you go." I like the idea of making a list of our daily practices, and plan to do this.
Valerie -- I love how active your faith habits are ... breathing, moving, listening. If I'm not careful, I can treat my faith rather passively, which often means I am treating the Lord that way, too. I think He delights in our active engagement.
I'm sorry I didn't draw your name as a winner of Jen's book, but I hope you'll still be able to read along with us. I'd love to hear your thoughts on the book ... and I'd love to hear how you're doing. Maybe drop me an email when you have a chance? charity@charitysingletoncraig.com
My longest habit of faith is daily prayer beginning when I was a young mother with small children. I literally entered my "prayer closet" -- a small table in the back of my walk-in closet. It became a rhythm of my life. Now my children have children of their own and I no longer have to steal away. I sit in front of beautiful french doors, watch the glorious sun rise and use it as a prompt for praise and thanksgiving. A sweet time. A foundation of my faith.
This is such a beautiful image, Janice. I'm grateful for these long-held habits that help us know the Lord more and more.
My longest held faith habit is daily prayer. I learned this as a little girl. I also read my Bible, listen to sermons, and talk to others about faith and the gospel regularly.
This sounds like a great list of habits, Tracy. Thanks so much for sharing them. I love that you have been praying daily since you were a little girl. That's a long habit!
By the way, you were one of the five who will receive a copy of Jen's book! Email me your address at charity@charitysingletoncraig.com, and I'll get it in the mail right away so you can begin reading with us next week if you'd like. Thanks again!
My faith habit is Bible study. I like to have a notebook with me when I do my devotion or listen to a sermon so I can take notes on historical context, the definitions of Greek/Hebrew words, and cross-reference verses. I want to be better at reviewing what I write, and applying that knowledge to my day-to-day life. I've been realizing how important healthy habits are to my resiliency in this season, so I'm looking forward to reading this book!
Melissa -- These all sound like such great habits. I love that you even have some habits you hope to add ... like reviewing what you've written down from sermons and such and applying learned knowledge to your life. Those sound like great habits.
I'm sorry I didn't draw your name as a winner of Jen's book. But hopefully you'll be able to pick up a copy at the library or your local bookstore and read along with us. I look forward to your insights.
Probably journaling would be the longest running habit. This also has the longest affect on my faith. As I look back and read past entries, I see how God has lovingly cared for me. So often this caring is in relationships or connections he has made that have led me in my career or walk with Him. Reading Scripture is a close second but I always feel I could and should be doing more of this. I love when I see entries in my journal of meaningful life connections to specific Scriptures. I chose a verse for this year, the first time I remember...Psalm 90:12...Teach us to number our days to gain a heart of wisdom.
Journaling has been a long and important habit for me, too, Q. Like you, it's such an encouragement to read back over what God has done.
You are one of the winners of Jen's book! I think you'll love it. I already have your address, I believe. But if you want to send me an email to confirm, that would be great. (charity@charitysingletoncraig.com)
This book sounds like a wonderful tool to help anchor during an uncertain time. For several years I’ve been reading the daily lectionary passages and that has helped me stay close to God even when he feels far away. I like to read the Psalm out loud. I also pray out loud on my commute to work every day. This habit has surprised me in how intimate it feels. It’s hard to do at home because it feels awkward when other people might overhear, but in the car I can get so real in the conversation. Sometimes I even sing to God (I’m not a singer). Definitely only in the car,lol.
I love the habits you've listed, Laura. Like you, I've long been a car pray-er ... it does feel so private and intimate in a way that silent praying doesn't. I've been reading through the lectionary this year, and I love how doing so connects me not only to the Lord, but also to his people.
I'm sorry I didn't draw your name as a winner of Jen's book. I do hope you'll be able to find a copy at the library or your local bookstore and read along with us. Your perspective would be so welcome here.
Reading Scripture and journaling - those are my two longest habits. I read to learn more about faith and God and life, and then I write to process it all.
I have these same two habits, Kim. These are definitely the ones I've kept the longest.
And I'm so happy to tell you that I drew your name to receive a copy of Jen's book! Email me your address at charity@charitysingletoncraig.com, and I'll get it in the mail right away so you can begin reading with us next week if you'd like.
Great! Thanks so much!
Looking forward to exploring this book with everyone! 2 habits that have been most important to me are doing yoga daily to incorporate movement with breathing, which to me is a spiritual practice; the other is listening to a daily devotional/meditation from an app called "Pray as you go." I like the idea of making a list of our daily practices, and plan to do this.
Valerie -- I love how active your faith habits are ... breathing, moving, listening. If I'm not careful, I can treat my faith rather passively, which often means I am treating the Lord that way, too. I think He delights in our active engagement.
I'm sorry I didn't draw your name as a winner of Jen's book, but I hope you'll still be able to read along with us. I'd love to hear your thoughts on the book ... and I'd love to hear how you're doing. Maybe drop me an email when you have a chance? charity@charitysingletoncraig.com