I guess it’s only fair that I tell you about my Lenten Sacrifice. I considered a fast from any number of foods — chocolate, chips, articifical sweetner, pop, etc. Instead what I will fast may surprise you. I’m giving up Christian books, blogs and radio shows for Lent. Huh?
Sometimes things intended for good can get in the way of our relationship with God. After all, volunteering is a positive activity that many of us do out of our love for God. If you over extend yourself on volunteering, you may come to resent the responsibilities or the pressure it puts on your schedule.
I am an avid consumer of Christian teaching — books, blogs and radio ministries. I start my day with Bible study. That’s not going to stop. Then I get on my elliptical and read a Christian book. When I get to my desk, I go through my RSS feeds of daily coaching, devotionals, etc. When I’m in route to a meeting, I turn on Christian music or Christian teaching. My brain is saturated. I have so many messages I’m trying to process that it’s all become pea soup. I’ve tuned out the God’s teaching with man’s teachings. I’m relying on other people to teach me rather than letting the Holy Spirit teach and guide me. I’ve tuned out God’s voice while listening to so many others. I’ve had enough. For 40 days, I will read my Bible, attend BSF and church, and reconnect with the voice of God. I can’t wait.
Wow Amy, Did you just open my eyes. After our Healthy Relationship course I went out and bought every single book and movie that was mentioned in our two day course.
I go to Northwestern every week for a book or two. Either a good reading novel or a good learning book. Or a CD to listen too.
I am always on a Christian radio station or reading a Christian book. I have a few devotionals that I read every single day.
but I never gave a thought to just putting myself into my bible and nothing else.
so till Easter. I am also going to just study the bible and nothing else.
Thanks for opening my eyes.