All of us should develop the habit of starting our day with God. When we do, we will have a source of strength to draw on all day long. The Bible teaches us to start each day by prioritizing God’s presence, seeking his guidance, and embracing his grace.
The Bible encourages us to surrender our worries, express gratitude for new beginnings, and intentionally align our hearts with his will before the distractions of the world take over. It is important that, as we start each day, we prioritize God first in our daily activities.
Seeking God before the demands of our daily activities consume us is a frequent theme throughout Scripture. God’s compassion and grace are not a one-time event. They are renewed every morning. So, each day should be viewed as a fresh start and a gift from God to accomplish things that makes this world a better place to live.
We should choose joy and gratitude as we begin each day. The Psalmist said, “This is the day that the Lord has made: let us rejoice and be glad in it.” Every day is given to us to rejoice in, because every day is a precious purposeful gift from God. He encourages believers to choose gratitude by recognizing God’s sovereignty. This is the clarion call for believers to celebrate God’s sovereignty, and his presence, regardless of the challenges that we might be facing each day.
You can start your day by finding joy in the ordinary things of life that God has gifted you. This can be achieved by practicing daily gratitude, savoring small victories, doing one thing just for yourself, and connecting with loved ones.
When you begin your daily routine, it is paramount to start with a prayer asking God to guide your steps. Always remember that humanity has been blessed with a wide array of divine gifts. We are blessed with wisdom and knowledge with the capacity to understand truth, discern right from wrong, and make sound moral decisions.
Finally, when we start our day right, it gives us the ability to uplift others by showing profound empathy, and welcoming people into safe, loving environments. We will develop a deep, enduring drive to care for the vulnerable, alleviate suffering throughout the world, and put the needs of others ahead of our own. So, start your day right with God. Be blessed and Never Give Up! Never Give Up! Never Give Up!
Dr. Walter Ghosten
