1 - "Do you not know that you are God's temple and that God's Spirit dwells in you? If anyone destroys God's temple, God will destroy him. For God's temple is holy, and you are that temple." 1 Corinthians 3:16-17.
Drink no more than 40 mg of caffeine every few days.
Get more rest.
I have finally won my battle with caffeine -- even before getting pregnant. I'm doing all of these things now, but I plan to keep it up!
2. "Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly, teaching and admonishing one another in all wisdom, singing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, with thankfulness in your hearts to God." Colossians 3:16.
Journal and/or blog about it.
Memorize scripture.
Live, breathe, think for God.
I got the devotional Jesus Calling for Christmas and I LOVE IT. It is so good and perfect for me. Over the last year or so, I've been learning from the Bible so much and I just want to stay thirsty for God's word.
3. "Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters, since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward" Colossians 3:23-24
Make work (house or school) about God.
This past year has been much easier as a teacher than my first, but it is still easy to get caught up in the never-ending-to-do-list of lesson plans, handouts, review sheets, making tests/quizzes/homework, presentations, grading, grading, grading, grading, cook, clean, laundry, grocery shop, repeat. Last year I said, "God wants me to do my job for Him" and I want to stay focused on that thought.
4. "Love your husband and children, be self-controlled, pure, working at home, kind, and submissive to your husband, so that the word of God may not be reviled." Titus 2:4-5
Create a sweet nursery for our baby.
Be intentional about spending time with Parker and Baby Morgan.
Eat more meals at home.
Take lots of pictures!
Last year I said, "I want to be a woman that exemplifies Titus 2 and Proverbs 31. I want to make sure our home honors Christ." and I still mean it. This year, I get to add the role as mother and I cannot wait!
5. "Do not worry about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition and with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. The peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." Philippians 4:6-9
Do not get stressed out.
Ask for guidance.
Listen to God.
There is a lot to get anxious about when having a new baby. My devotion today said, "There should be a lightness to your step that is observable to others. Do not be weighed down with problems and unresolved issues, for I (God) am your burden-bearer. In the world you have trials and distress, but don't let them get you down. I have conquered the world and deprived it of power to harm you." I need to remember that God is on my side and He's standing right beside me -- no need to worry or stress!
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