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Here\u2019s something about quiet time that might come as a surprise to you: even just a few minutes every morning can help you begin your day with peace, purpose, and presence.\u00a0<\/p>\n
I learned that fact during my years as a mom and wife on our busy Iowa farm. Sure, the farm fields outside look peaceful on any given morning, as the sun slides up the eastern sky. But on the inside<\/em> of the house? That was another story! Many mornings felt like a race before my feet even hit the floor.<\/p>\n I imagine the same is true for you: Whether you\u2019re rushing to get kids out the door, heading to work, or trying to remember where you left your keys, spending meaningful time with God can feel impossible some days.<\/p>\n That\u2019s why I created a simple, printable 5-Minute Quiet Time Template (CLICK HERE FOR ACCESS)<\/a> <\/strong>\u2013 to help you start your day with intention, even when life is loud and chaotic. (This template is based off of core principles outlined in my book, How to Love Your Morning<\/em>.)<\/p>\n Maybe this is the truth you need to know today:<\/p>\n You don\u2019t need an hour. And you don\u2019t need an Instagram aesthetic either \u2014 with color-coded journals, matching coffee mugs, and harp music.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n All you need is a quiet heart, a little space, and a willingness to meet with God, right where you are.<\/p>\n The first few moments of your day are powerful. They set a rhythm \u2014 for your thoughts, your reactions, your attitude, and even your sense of peace. That\u2019s why I have become a morning evangelist, touting the benefits of th first hour of the day. Because I have come to learn that when we begin the day by connecting with God, we\u2019re not just forming a habit. We are placing our trust, our schedules, and our hearts in His hands.<\/p>\n Scripture says,<\/p>\n \u201cLet the morning bring me word of your unfailing love, for I have put my trust in you\u201d (Psalm 143:8, NIV)<\/a>.<\/p>\n Even five minutes in the presence of God can shift the atmosphere of your entire morning, helping you put your trust in God at the start of the day, as the psalmist described.<\/p>\n Yes. Because it\u2019s not about quantity \u2014 it\u2019s about quality and consistency<\/strong>. Jesus isn\u2019t timing your devotional. He\u2019s after your heart.<\/strong><\/p>\n Whether you\u2019re sitting with a hot cup of coffee or whispering short prayers in the car, a five-minute pause can help you:<\/p>\n This is especially helpful for:<\/p>\n This one-page template is so useful. It walks you through a simple, structured process:<\/p>\n Read (1 minute):<\/strong> Open your Bible to a short passage \u2014 maybe a Psalm when you need comfort, a Proverb when you need wisdom, or the words of Jesus when you need direction.<\/p>\n Reflect (1 minute):<\/strong> Jot down a word or phrase that stands out. Ask, \u201cWhat is God saying to me today?\u201d<\/p>\n Respond in Prayer (1 minute):<\/strong> Use this moment to thank God, ask for help, or simply say, \u201cI\u2019m here.\u201d<\/p>\n Carry a Thought (1 minute):<\/strong> Choose one truth to take with you into meetings, school drop-off, errands, or the kitchen sink.<\/p>\n One Small Step (1 minute):<\/strong> Faith grows through action. Ask, \u201cHow can I live out what I just read?\u201d Then write it down and go do it.<\/p>\n It\u2019s short, grace-filled, and doable.<\/p>\n Click here to get the 5-Minute Quiet Time Template.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n On the Freebies sign-up page, enter your email, and you\u2019ll be immediately directed to all of my free resources. The Quiet Time Template is included under the heading \u201cResources for your Morning.\u201d<\/p>\n Download, print off, and then keep it near your Bible or planner.<\/p>\n This printable for your quiet time is part of a larger invitation to love your mornings, one step at a time. If you\u2019re longing to start your day with more clarity, peace, and purpose, check out my book How to Love Your Morning<\/a><\/em><\/strong>. (Now available for preorder!)<\/p>\n It\u2019s not about becoming a perfect morning person.<\/p>\nWhy Does It Matter How<\/em> You Start Your Morning?<\/h2>\n
Can a 5-Minute Quiet Time with God Really <\/em>Make a Difference?<\/h2>\n
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