I loved this reading from the Jesus Always devotional by Sarah Young on February 16th.  I’ve definitely experienced this before!  When I talk to the Lord beforehand about whatever I’m beginning, it seems to go smoother, faster, and is more enjoyable!  From organizing a school event, to making dinner, to cleaning toilets, to playing with the kids – God cares about it all and wants us to involve Him.  

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Before you begin a task – large or small – take time to pray about it.  By doing so, you acknowledge your need for Me and your trust that I will help you.  This enables you to go about your work in dependence on Me.  There are many benefits to this practice.  I can guide your mind as you think things out and make decisions.  Just knowing I am involved in what you’re doing gives you confidence, reducing stress.  It’s wise to thank Me often for My help and to keep asking Me to guide you along the best pathway.  

Though the Bible instructs you to pray continually, at times you ignore this teaching.  When you’re feeling rushed, you find it hard to slow down enough to seek My perspective on the work at hand.  However, diving in and forging ahead on your own is actually counterproductive.  When you request My involvement before you begin, I can point you in the right direction – saving precious time and energy.  I delight in helping you with everything, even simple tasks, because you are My beloved.

Whatever you do, do your work heartily, as for the Lord rather than for men. – Colossians 3:23 NASB

The LORD says, “I will guide you along the best pathway for your life.  I will advise you and watch over you.” – Psalm 32:8 NLT

Pray continually. – 1 Thessalonians 5:17 NIV

I am my beloved’s, and my beloved is mine.  He feeds his flock among the lilies. – Song of Songs 6:3 NKJV