Go to Jesus First. Pray before you sleep. Live for J.O.Y. – Jesus. Others. Yourself.
These are the outward thoughts of my nine-year-old, who was just caught peeking over my shoulder, reading the title, and quickly suggesting positive affirmations to help you sleep. While that sounds sweet and all, I am currently going on very little sleep myself as she was at my bedside at 2 am this morning with a severe stomachache, therefore causing my own tummy to feel queasy. Yet, when I took out my laptop this afternoon to write, she immediately perked up, had this twinkle in her eye and eagerly said, “I love affirmations! Mom, can I help you write today?” I mean, how could I refuse?
So, there you have it my friends. A few affirmations from a lovely little lady that recently accepted Jesus into her heart. Oh, and yes, she is obviously feeling a bit better, thankfully. However, her sweet little response just got me to thinking about the sheer innocence of a child. If only we could all make our faith so simple and live it out in a way that exudes the utter joy we gain from purely following Him. Maybe this is why Jesus commands us to have faith like a child (Matthew 18:3)?
Okay, so maybe you are thinking…How does this help me sleep? Well, as you try to drift off into serene slumber, only to find yourself tossing and turning, I invite you to recall a time in your life when faith came effortlessly. Mediate on that moment for a bit. Were you a child or a young adult? Maybe you are walking in that simple faith right now. The truth is wherever you may be on your faith journey, Jesus is ready to meet you where you are and remind you of His unwavering love.
When we hold this kind of childlike heart that allows us to welcome God’s presence, we can slip into a dreamlike state in blissful peace. And I can sense you are in need of that. Yep, me too! So, will you join me in embracing the simplicity of your faith this evening as you grab hold of the “affirmations” above and recite a few beautiful truths that come straight out of Scripture. Then, let these words ease your heart, saturate your mind, and calm your soul as you drift off to sleep.
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