02.01.08
My Time on the Throne
I’ve been a Christian for 20 years (that makes me sound and feel really old- I was 11 when I received Christ as my savior and now I’m 31- just in case you didn’t feel doing the math). In the last 20 years I have never had a consistent quiet time. I’m so embarrassed to admit this because having a little time with God everyday is so important for growth. I’ve had spurts throughout the years, but I’ve always managed to get out of the routine for one reason or another.
Monday night I went to my monthly Legacy Moms meeting (a ministry that meets once a month where we get together to hear a speaker and talk about how we can leave a Legacy of Christ for our kids) and I felt the Spirit talking to me. Wanna know what He said?
“Candace- enough is enough. I want you to meet with Me everyday. I want you to read My word everyday. If leaving a legacy of faith for your kids is so important you’re missing out on one fundamental thing- time with Me everyday!”
So I finally got it. I’ll be honest- the reason I haven’t been consistent is because I don’t have a special place I can go to. I don’t want to go downstairs because that involves walking past my kid’s rooms and the chances are very high that they’ll wake up (they’re light sleepers). I can’t do it in my room because Hubs is still asleep. That left my closet or my bathroom. I chose the bathroom- the toilet if you want to be really specific.
I’ve always dreamed of having a house where I would have a sitting area in my room where I’d have a nice comfortable chair and that’s where I would have my quiet time. I’d be so diligent because my little sitting area would be my refuge from the world and I would look forward to going there everyday.
Since it doesn’t look like we’re going to be moving anytime soon I had to come up with a different plan. I wake up every morning at 6am and go to my special seat and read my Bible and pray. When I’m done I lay in bed and wait for Baby #3 to wake up (first to bed first to rise).
I’m not going to say that it’s been all roses and daisies since I’ve started doing this, but I have felt more of a sense of peace (which I need this week especially). I consider this the best “me time” that I can give myself. I’m pouring so much into my kids everyday and this is my time for God to pour something into me. There really is something to this quiet time thing.
Head on over to MammBlogga to see what other women are doing to get a little “Me Time.”
thediaperdiaries said,
February 2, 2008 at 9:49 pm
This is great. Using the “throne” to approach the “throne.” See the beautiful metaphor there?
Georgia Mom said,
February 4, 2008 at 6:39 am
I love the idea of Legacy Moms. I might have to steal that one!
I’m with you on the quiet time. I struggle too! I know when my “tank” is empty and I need a fill up, but it’s not always easy to find the time. I do a lot praying in the shower. :o)
Jordan (MamaBlogga) said,
February 5, 2008 at 12:29 am
When I’m able to study the scriptures and meditate in the morning, I feel like my whole day goes better. (You’d think that would make it easier to make time for that, wouldn’t you?) What a wise way to invest your time!
Thanks so much for participating!
warillever said,
February 6, 2008 at 5:05 pm
“I’m pouring so much into my kids everyday and this is my time for God to pour something into me.” What an insightful image.
As Lent starts, I am doubly motivated to make room for prayer. Your “throne” idea just might work for me.
Julie said,
February 7, 2008 at 2:15 pm
Last year I was in the very same room to get my time with God in. Not always the throne, sometimes the cold floor, but it started my day right. God will meet us everywhere—even the throne!
Megan said,
February 7, 2008 at 3:13 pm
Found your through the GWP! Great post.
I, too, dream of that cozy corner in my room one day. (As in when we move and have a bigger room, right?)
I think this is a struggle for most young Christian moms! Sometimes I don’t even comb my hair! Recently I have started taking a break in the middle of the day while my kids are running around. I can’t get my contemplative prayer in at this time, but they are bound to bother me and I always find that I good opportunity to say, “Please be quiet. I’m spending some time with God right now.” Can’t hurt!