God's Glory Church

In the midst of long periods of life and difficult circumstances, God, as before, invites us to come to Him. And one of the best ways to draw closer to God is to spend time in His Word. His words connect our hearts with His truth and remind us of His faithfulness.

So here are five steps you can take right now to help yourself pause, rest, and trust God every day.

Prepare your heart
You are my Counselor, my Protector, I rely on Your words with all my heart!
Psalm 119:114

Begin your quiet time by reading this psalm, then write down your worries and concerns. Imagine putting together a box of everything that claims your attention and then giving that box to God.

Ask God to speak to you
Before you dive into the scriptures, ask God to help you understand His Word and show you how to apply the Scriptures in your life. He promises to give us His wisdom when we ask for it.

Open passage
When was the passage written? Who was the target audience? What is the main topic? Are there repeated words and phrases (if so, why)? What does this passage tell you about God and other people?

Read the passage several times, answering the following question each time. Pay special attention to any phrases and ideas that continue to attract attention.

Briefly summarize the scriptures
Spend a few minutes asking God to show you truths in His Word, and then write down 1-3 key takeaways from this passage. This will help you think through the ideas that God is showing you.

Application
Write down 2-3 ways you can apply the scriptures you have studied, and then regularly review your progress. You can even turn your goals into prayers in the YouVersion app and set reminders to pray for them!

After you have finished meditating on the scriptures, spend a few minutes in silent meditation, and then reflect on what you have learned throughout the day.