Jesus's Morning Routine Challenge Notes

Overview

• Attempting Jesus's morning routine for 7 days to prioritize God.
• Early wake-up time (4:30 AM) is crucial for the routine.

Day 1: Initial Thoughts

• Wake-up Time: 4:30 AM, motivated by the desire to pray and reconnect with God.
• Routine:
  • Woke up early, leaving the house for solitude.
  • Focused on prayer (1-3 hours).
• Personal Reflection:
  • Feelings of excitement and nervousness about praying again.
  • Confession of personal struggles (hatred, gossip).
  • Expression of gratitude for God’s forgiveness.

Day 2: Progress and Challenges

• Time: 6:21 AM, nearly 2 hours of prayer completed.
• Feelings: Pride in committing to the routine; focus on God improved.
• Struggles: Temptations and feelings of disappointment in personal failures.

Day 3: Adjustments and Self-Doubt

• Reflection on the Routine:
  • Almost chose to sleep in, questioning the worth of the routine.
• Change in Focus:
  • Switched from prayer to detailed Bible study.
• Struggles with Bible Study:
  • Difficulty interpreting scripture, questioning effectiveness of time spent.
  • Felt drained and mentally exhausted.

Day 4: Breakthroughs

• Time: 5:27 AM, realization about the importance of presence over perfection.
• Key Insight: Just showing up with a willing heart is what matters.

Day 5: Acceptance and Growth

• Missed Morning: Acknowledged the mistake of not waking up, accepted it without guilt.
• Final Reflections:
  • A positive experience overall, feeling a shift away from negativity.
  • Consider continuing the practice, possibly at a later time in the morning.

Day 7: Conclusion

• Final Day: Reflecting on the journey and overall growth.
• Change in Perspective:
  • Gained understanding of scripture and the role of Jesus.
  • Recognized the importance of perseverance even when not feeling strong.
• Encouragement for Others: If struggling to reconnect with God, consider trying a dedicated routine.