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B - Be Present
Day 1
Remember: you don't have to "DO" every part of this, be free to participate in what you believe the Spirit is highlighting to you.
Purpose
Today is about arriving.
Before we seek understanding, before we analyse, before we apply anything to our lives, we simply become present.
The goal today is not to learn something new.
The goal is to notice.
To slow down.
To become aware of the presence of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
Your Reading
Read this week's passage from the Sermon on the Mount.
Read it slowly.
Read it more than once.
Allow the words to settle rather than rushing ahead.
You may wish to read it aloud.
Be Present
Take a slow breath.
Allow your body to relax.
Become aware that God is already present.
You are not trying to bring God closer.
You are becoming aware of the One who is already near.
For a few moments, simply sit with the passage.
No analysis.
No conclusions.
No pressure.
Just presence.
Notice
As you read, gently ask:
What word or phrase stands out?
What catches my attention?
What surprises me?
What draws me toward Jesus?
There are no right or wrong answers.
Simply notice.
Sit With Jesus
Imagine yourself sitting with Jesus as He speaks these words.
You do not need to understand everything today.
You do not need to solve anything.
You do not need to make the passage mean something.
Just listen.
Remain.
Receive.
Journalling Opportunity
Take a few moments to write down anything you noticed.
You might record:
a word
a phrase
a question
a thought
a feeling
a simple observation
Keep it simple.
The purpose is not to create a perfect journal entry.
The purpose is to pay attention.
You may wish to begin with:
Today I noticed...
Reflect
What happens when I slow down?
What do I notice when I stop trying to understand everything immediately?
What in this passage is drawing my attention?
Closing Prayer
Father, Son, and Holy Spirit,
Thank You for Your presence.
Help me slow down and become aware of You.
Teach me to notice what You are highlighting.
Open my eyes to see what You want me to see.
Thank You that I am Your beloved.
Amen.
Carry This Into Your Day
Several times today, simply pause and take one slow breath.
Then quietly remind yourself:
I am here.
You are here.
And continue with your day.
Remember, you can use your BEloved Heart Check at any time if you'd like a quick return to the presence of the Trinity throughout the day.
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