We lead busy lives. That’s simply a fact. We face a daily barrage of information overload, easily reached by phone, text, and email every hour of the day. From the moment our feet hit the floor, the pace of the day is marked by a sprint from one commitment to another. At every turn, we’re exposed to needs around the world and within our communities, requiring a response of the heart and steps of faith in service.
This life we lead is a symptom of our culture, a requirement of our economy, an expression of our faith, and the result of our lack of discipline and focus. While how we spend our time isn’t necessarily all bad, it leaves me wondering, “How can we possibly lead lives of IMPACT under such constraints and demands?”
Is it even possible to cultivate the relationships I described in Impact My Life?
Is it possible to make time to grow in our relationship with the Lord and read our Bibles daily?
Is it absurd to expect that anyone has the time to read 100 Things I want to tell Moms and Mentors or 100 Things I want to tell Teens and actually apply those principles?
Is it realistic to become a follower of Christ, wholeheartedly, in a world of so many distractions?
Yes.
It is possible to lead a life of impact. But first we need to decide that we want to follow Christ distinctly, and then choose to make time grow in the Word so that we can visibly live out the Truth. As we seek the Lord, devoting time to being with Him and reflecting on the Scriptures, our relationship with Him will naturally overflow onto others, leaving an eternal impact.
Leading a life of impact, and maturing as Christian,
doesn’t have to be complicated, cumbersome, or overwhelming.
As a matter of fact, it should be sweet and simple
– as simple as 3 minutes a day for 31 days! <–Tweet This
Simple 3 Minute Devos for 31 Days
For 3 minutes a day for next 31 days, this space at More to Be will be dedicated to encouraging you in developing a habit of leading a life of impact. The devos will be short and simple, as we look at principles inspired by our 100 Things resources and the message found in Impact My Life. Each devotional will include:
focus: a verse from Scripture that builds a foundation for leading a life of impact
decision: how that Scripture truth is relevant today
surrender: a prayer encouraging you to speak honestly with God about the obstacles standing in the way of living a life of impact
reflection: a question to consider, for those who really want to go deeper
So will you join us ?
We hope so, even if you never visit the blog but read along in your daily email. We promise, short, sweet, 3 minute devos that will encourage you to reflect on Scripture truths. We pray that God will use this series to transform your thinking, impress on your mind His word, and gently challenge you to consider how you’re living each day.
We also hope that these seeds of truth will blossom in your life, as you teach them to others — your friends and family, those you mentor, and even on your blog or through social media. You might even want to answer the reflection question on your blog each day or share the verse on Twitter or Facebook! Feel free to grab the button to post on your blog and invite your friends and family to join on this journey.
May we grow together as disciples of Christ for the sake of impacting the world around us with the living hope found in Jesus Christ.
Join us for 3 minutes a day for the next 31 days as we discover how to lead a life of eternal impact.
Would you like to go deeper?
Get your copy of Impact My Life
{linking up with the Nester’s 31 Days and these lovely places}
Elisa
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