Today is day 3 of our fast and we're concluding our study of next month's theme intentional. Yesterday we focused on reframing our thoughts about God and His will for our lives. Today let us center in on the importance of routine when living intentionally.

Routines are a major part of our day whether we enjoy them or not. From going to work, cooking a meal, taking a shower, driving, shopping, etc. A routine is essential to maintaining a structured intentional life. 

Throughout scripture we see the people of God follow certain routines. Primarily in the Old Testament there were times of fasting, prayer, and gathering that the Israelites observed. The observation of these spiritual disciplines are integral to living intentional lives that honor God. 

In the book of Daniel, we read that Daniel kept his established routine with God even when he knew it could potentially cost him his life. The king during this time enforced a statute that was instigated by the satraps that any man who petitioned another god should be placed in the lions den. After Daniel heard that the document was signed and enforced "he entered his house (now in his roof chamber he had windows open toward Jerusalem); and he continued kneeling on his knees three times a day, praying and giving thanks before his God, as he had been doing previously." ( Daniel 6:10)

This is powerful. For one it demonstrates the importance of making time daily for the Lord. Not only are we to schedule time with the Lord, we bear the responsibility of the follow through. The Lord can meet with us anytime for "behold, he who keeps Israel will neither slumber nor sleep."( Psalm 121:4) Which means there is always an opportunity to speak with and hear from the Lord. Not only that, diligence is also imperative to spiritual sustainability.

Lastly, intentionality in any healthy relationship requires each person showing up. We know God shows up for us without fail, for "even when we are faithless, He remains faithful."( 2 Timothy 2:13) The depth and rich experience we desire begins with our pursuit. God has already shown us His intentionality and faithfulness. Proverbs 8:17 reads "I love those who love me, and those who seek me diligently find me."

May you read and meditate on the scriptures below

Mark 1:35

"And rising very early in the morning, while it was still dark, he departed and went out to a desolate place, and there he prayed."

Acts 5:42

"And every day, in the temple and from house to house, they did not cease teaching and preaching that the Christ is Jesus"

1 Timothy 4: 15-16

"Practice these things, immerse yourself in them, so that all may see your progress. Keep a close watch on yourself and on the teaching. Persist in this, for by so doing you will save both yourself and your hearers."

Have a look at your schedule, or implement one. Ask yourselves what time each day belongs specifically to meeting with God? Ask Holy Spirit to show you ways in which you can be more intentional about your time with the Lord. And pray for persistence in your pursuit. May we not get weary for His word says if we don't give up we will reap a harvest. Hallelujah!

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