[Excerpt from 40 Days with the Savior. See link below]
“DAY 1: HE PREPARED SPIRITUALLY FOR THE DAY
Matthew 5:1
And seeing the multitudes, he went up into a mountain: and when he was set, his disciples came unto him.
I think of this scripture often. I don’t have multitudes coming at me daily, but I have seven children, which feels like a multitude. And I don’t have disciples that come to me, but I have family, friends, neighbors, and people I meet who daily need to be loved, cheered, and encouraged. Instead of hurrying out of bed and going through a lengthy to-do list, Jesus went to a quiet place, talked with His Heavenly Father, and prepared spiritually for whatever difficulties were sure to come.
That’s a good idea.
Constantly caring for others brings joy, peace, and fulfillment. But it can also drain our reserves. Especially as mothers, we can get “set” for the day as the Savior did and receive that spiritual boost and perspective we will need to get through it. Accessing His peace and love allows us to more fully enjoy serving and caring, as well as feel a greater connection to the ultimate Caregiver.
What is one thing you can do to spiritually prepare for the day?
[Excerpt from 40 Days with the Savior, available in print or ebook on Amazon.]
