Day 12... Quiet Examination

Day 12... Quiet Examination

Bible verse

Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled....
  Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God.  Matthew 5:6, 8

Today is wraps up our discussion of how to be more connected to God through Quiet conversations, listening, reading, thinking, writing, simplicity, and now examination.  We all need to take the time to examine our lives, and our time with God as we make this journey.  So, I will pass onto you the ways to practice quiet examination that the author has provided.  It is up to you how frequently you need to quietly examine your spiritual journey, your days and your life with God.  Here they are some examples of questions to ask yourself.  As you continue with this practice, other questions may come up which is good because we don't want to do this as a matter of routine, or going through the motions.  This practice is meant to help us grow.

• Did I set aside time today to pray, listen to Christ, and read the Bible?
• Did I talk to Christ conversationally throughout the day?
• Did I direct my public conversation and action toward the glory of God?
• Did I attempt to do good to all people in all situations?
• Did I thank God for the good gifts I enjoyed?

Again, these are just a sampling of the questions that you can ask yourself, daily, weekly, monthly.  You decide.  However, it should be a practice that is continued.  Also according to Moore, we can practice our quiet examination every Sunday, or on the last Sunday of each month with these questions;

• Did I take time to think about my spiritual journey and mentally process what Christ is saying to me?
• Did I take time to write down spiritual insights, questions, prayer requests, or thoughts about what Christ is teaching me?
• Have I lived in a manner that aims toward simplicity?
• Have I read a Christian book or given myself to studying about God or my spiritual journey?
• Am I on target with the goals Christ has given me for my life?  

Why is this practice so important you might be asking yourself?  It is important because it teaches us to stop, and listen to God.  We need to be sure and remember that this is a two way relationship, and He so desperately wants to talk to us, speak to our heart, comfort us everyday.  If all we do is take what is given as only direction, we will be like a bull in a china factory... out of control and mindless.

STOP!  Look into your heart for God, Listen for Him. 

Remember: Take time to examine your life.

Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled.....
     Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God.  Matthew 5:6, 8


God Bless you all!