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by Heather Tate
ow often do you allow yourself quiet time with
of the word restoration includes rest. In its original
God? I love to spend time in the Holy Bible; my
text, restoration is a means of healing or the renewal of
husband often thinks it's all I do. Honestly, I have
something lost. Explore examples of restoration in the Bible;
to be careful not to allow my daily task list to get in the
you will find stories of restoration throughout. Exploring
way of genuinely immersing myself in my quiet time. Time
the Bible can give us a better sense of how God restores us,
with God is a choice we must make a priority. If I fail to
even now!
focus on my time with God, I reduce His presence in my daily life. Even though I read the Bible, I've realized I don't
Time with God, time in the Word of God, is never wasted! Hope and healing are available for us now, through
always pause to listen for God's gentle guidance. I don't allow myself a lot of listening time with God. I get so busy with schedules and task lists that I too often rush through my quiet time. How can He guide me if I refuse to listen? It's time to restore quiet time with God! I've been reminded just to listen. The Scripture God has put on my heart comes from Zephaniah 3. I haven't spent a lot of time in the book of Zephaniah, but Zephaniah 3:17 was a verse in my journal this past week. I couldn't get the verse out of my head, and the phrase "Just listen" continued to plague my thoughts. The entire book of Zephaniah is three chapters and about a 15-minute read. Its focus is a call to repentance
the words of the Holy Bible, if we take time to open it up
for the restoration of the tribe of Judah. The book tells of
and sit with it for a while. I am at a place where I am ready
the coming wrath of God for those who don't repent. The
for restoration and healing from the remnants of what our
book is humbling, but the last chapter brings hope from
culture and society offer. I want to base my faith on the
repentance that leads to the restoration of God's people.
Almighty Creator, not what I hear in this world. I want to
Just listen... four steps to devotion came to mind from the
listen to His words of wisdom that offer true restoration of
reading of this chapter:
the human spirit. Restoration can be yours too!
1. Rest in the Word.
As the thoughts surrounding "Just Listen" continue
2. Repent and turn to God.
to plague my mind, Zephaniah 3:17 (CSB) offers comfort
3. Rejoice in anticipation of His work in your life.
and restoration, stating, “The LORD your God is among
4. Allow God to Restore you.
you, a warrior who saves. He will rejoice over you with
Restoration is something I think many of us need right
gladness. He will be quiet in His love. He will delight in
now. Restoration from feelings of loss, rejection, guilt,
you with singing.”
Christ; Christ provides healing. Thank goodness we serve a God who specializes in restoration! I love that the beginning
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About The Author
shame, and sin. My life has changed through restoration in Heather Tate is the founder and president of Intricate Umbrella Inc, a Public Relations and Communications company. Heather’s desire is to help anyone fulfill their true purpose in life through education and personal development. To find out more about Intricate Umbrella Inc and services offered, visit IntricateUmbrella.com or email Heather@IntricateUmbrella.com.
