Day 3: Take a Breather...
Take a Breather
Faith is Intentional
Reading for Today
Romans 10:17–21 (ESV)
So faith comes from hearing, and hearing through the word of Christ. But I ask, have they not heard? Indeed they have, for “Their voice has gone out to all the earth, and their words to the ends of the world.” But I ask, did Israel not understand? First Moses says, “I will make you jealous of those who are not a nation; with a foolish nation I will make you angry.” Then Isaiah is so bold as to say, “I have been found by those who did not seek me; I have shown myself to those who did not ask for me.” But of Israel He says, “All day long I have held out my hands to a disobedient and contrary people.”
Ephesians 3:11–12 (NLT)
This was His eternal plan, which He carried out through Christ Jesus our Lord. 12Because of Christ and our faith in Him, we can now come boldly and confidently into God’s presence.
Hey Friend, welcome to day 3! Today Is a bit of a pivot day. Day 1 was a walk in the park, Day 2 was pretty good, by Day 3 you’re now feeling the effects. You’re “missing” the things that you’re fasting from. But it’s ok, know that it’s intentional! One thing we have to learn if we are to enjoy a fruitful faith walk is that God is intentional in everything that He does. If we expect to enjoy our life with God, we must be intentional. Imagine, so many of the things we have now, we have by happenstance or by chance. What would happen if we really committed ourselves to seeking God and to having His best for our lives?
By definition to be intentional means done on purpose; deliberate; calculated. In other words, to be intentional means that when you do that thing, you have thought about it, weighed the cost examined it and have fully committed to carry/walk that thing out. Our relationship with God is no different. We should not haphazardly approach a relationship with God with the idea that whatever happens happens. Instead we should set our hearts to seek Him, to know Him, to do that which pleases Him.
Here are a few practical ways that we can be intentional in our faith and relationship with God:
Plan time with God. – In modern society, we are slaves to busyness. In everything that we do, we have to make time to get alone and hear from God in order to determine our next step and to fill our spiritual tanks.
Spend Time in the Word and Prioritize Prayer – If we desire anything from God, we have to prioritize the conversation with Him. How do you know His will if you are not spending time speaking with Him about it?
Journal your thoughts. – One of the best things about writing in a journal is free therapy. Journaling gives you the opportunity to work out your thoughts and vent in a way that might not otherwise be possible. Ever feel that you’re in a rut or not quite sure what to say, start making a list of what you’re thankful for. By listing even the smallest of things, it allows you to see things differently.
Today realize your nearness to God, as well as your confidence to know that He’s got it all in control. Be intentional about pressing into His word and His presence and watch Him work things out.
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