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Starting the Day with Jesus: The Foundation for Everything.



Every morning, I try to make it a priority to start my day with Jesus. Before I begin homeschooling, before the excitement of travel, or the routine of daily life, I carve out that precious time to focus on Him. It’s not just a habit or a checkbox on a to-do list, but a necessity. Spending time with Jesus is what grounds me for the rest of my day.


That quiet time in prayer, worship, or reading His Word truly sets the tone for everything. It gives me perspective and reminds me who I’m living for. There are so many things that demand my attention throughout the day, but when I begin by focusing myself in Christ, I’m reminded of His purpose for me: to love God and love others.


It affects how I treat those around me, from my husband to our girls, even strangers I might meet. When I’ve spent time soaking in God’s love and grace, I find it so much easier to extend that same love to others. On the days when I’m rushed or distracted and don’t make time for Him first, I feel it. My patience wears thin more quickly, and the weight of the day begins to feel heavier.


But when I’ve filled my spirit with His peace and wisdom, my responses are softer, more patient, and more loving. I can show grace to my husband when things don’t go as planned, speak gently to my children when they need correction, and be kind to a stranger who may be going through their own struggles.


Starting the day with Jesus changes my outlook on everything. It’s in those quiet moments that I remember His promises—that His mercies are new every morning, that He will equip me for whatever the day holds, and that I don’t have to carry the weight of the world alone. Instead, I’m reminded that I have the strength and wisdom of the Holy Spirit guiding me, making me a better wife, mother, and friend.


It’s amazing how this simple act of devotion can shape your entire day. It brings focus to what really matters and leaves you filled with gratitude and hope. So if you haven’t tried starting your day with Jesus yet, I encourage you to give it a try. Let Him be the first thing on your mind and watch how He transforms not just your day, but your heart as well. Start by taking a 30 day challenge of beginning each morning with time spent with Jesus. After the 30 days, I pray you will miss the connection with the Lord, if you fail to start your day without Him. 🙏

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