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What would it look like to keep first things first?
One day, I wake up before dawn and start the day soaking in the Word while sipping my coffee. The next, I press snooze and get to bedtime without cracking open my Bible. One day, I hear alarming news and still praise God and trust him with what’s to come. The next, I find myself questioning him and worrying about tomorrow. One day, Christ is first in my heart and everything else falls into place. The next, I put him second and the dominos start to fall, and I cannot catch them all because I don’t go to him for help. The struggle is real, but God’s faithfulness leads us forward to grow in grace, delight in spiritual discipline, and live with eternal perspective. What is it that makes the difference between these two contrasting days? The difference is what is put first, or shall I say, who is put first. C.S. Lewis pinpointed the root of this struggle explaining, “You can’t get second things by putting them first. You can get second things only by putting first things first.”
If we want to have a full, abundant life on earth, we won’t get it by seeking the things of this world. Second things can only be enjoyed by putting Christ first. When spending time with Jesus is the first thing we do, when thinking about his Word fills our mind first thing, when we come back to him again and again throughout the day, the second things fall into place. The First Things Collection was created with the desire to help you put Jesus first in your life, your schedule, your thoughts, and your heart. If we want to have second things—joy in motherhood, passion in our work, flourishing relationships, and peace-filled homes—then we have to begin by putting first things first. Putting Christ first, or as we like to say, putting the Word before the world, will produce ripple effects in the rest of your day. Second things reap when Christ is first thing. This world is against us getting into the Word of God. Our phones tell us we are missing out if we aren’t up-to-date. Our to-do lists tell us we are failures if we aren’t marking things off “like a boss.” But Christ calls us to come and find rest for our souls (Matt. 11:28–29). He is before all things, and in him all things hold together, including your life (Col. 1:17). Join me in putting Jesus First Thing…not just in the morning, but at noon and in the evening and in every moment in between.
Your Friend, Gretchen Saffles Founder of Well-Watered Women
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I NSI DE TH E JOU R NA L Each day in the “Journal the Word” section is made of three pages. You’ll find space to note the date, time, and place you are studying, as well as today’s gratitude. We include a section we call “Be Still & Know” for you to jot down a prayer or verse to still your heart upon. You have a page and a half of lined journaling space to dig deelpy into the Word. Then you’ll find the application page: What I’m Learning About God & the Gospel, and How This Changes the Way I Live. Lastly, you’ll find a space to Pray the Word each day.
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five tips for keeping first things first
1. Gather your Bible, Give Me Jesus Journal, and pen in one consistent place. This will enable you to have easy access to the Word when you are going to study the Bible! 2. Make a plan! Choose one book of the Bible to study at a time, then stick with it. This will remove the question of “what do I study?” when you come to the Word. Plus, it will enable you to better understand Scripture and study in context. 3. Choose one verse or passage to memorize and say first thing when you wake up. This will help you place your mind on the things of Christ. 4. Put your phone on airplane mode or leave it in another room when you are studying the Bible to eliminate distractions. 5. Have accountability! Find a friend or ask your spouse to help keep you accountable to get into the Word each day.
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what women are saying about the journal: I love the breakdown of the sections. Every part of it is well thought out and intentional. There is a beautiful balance of structure and creative freedom in the Give Me Jesus journal. I recommend it to all of my friends who are looking for tools and resources to help them get in the Word and stay in the Word! –Lindsay D. This Journal has been so beneficial and it now goes everywhere my bible goes. I’m not simply “reading” my bible to check it off my list. –Erika M. The Give Me Jesus Journal has made the Bible more accessible. I’ve always found the Bible to be daunting. Where do I start? What does this mean? How do I dig deeper? This journal has given me direction and made it seem less intimidating. –Sara J. Hands down, it’s been the tool that has most impacted my Bible-reading & helped that become part of my daily routine. –Lindsey C.
in the morning when I rise, give me Jesus.