Weeping may last for the night,
But a shout of joy comes in the morning.
But a shout of joy comes in the morning.
Psalm 30: 5 (NASB)
Summer is the time when life is easier and less
hectic. It is minus the 20, or 36, or
200 students a teacher anguishes over, rejoices with, and lifts up in prayer
each day. It is minus the evening hours
when family and friends must be put aside for the sake of those you were called
to teach. Summer is the time to begin
new habits. It is the time to plant the
seeds of habits that reach maturity by summer’s end and whose gifts will ever
after yield joy, tranquility, hope, and deeper partnership with the Lord.
Prayerful Teaching in Action
- Now is the time to plant the habit of a morning conversation with God, a conversation that begins before your head lifts from the pillow, before the breakfast dishes rattle, and before the demands of the day begin. Start simple—perhaps just a minute or two. You can even just say, “Good Morning, Lord.” Isn’t that how you would greet family or friends? Other suggestion:
- Discuss your plans for the day with God.
- Unburden yourself. Bring any doubts, concerns or worries to Him.
- Ask God to stand with you as you go about your day.
- Name those to whom you wish God to bring special blessings.
- Have a “telephone” conversation with God. Holding an actual phone up to your ear might be of assistance. Just make sure your phone is turned off to block out earthly messages! Proceed as you would when talking to your best friend. After all, that is exactly what you are doing.
God Bless and Prayerful Teaching,
Elizabeth
A. Wink
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