What We Get Wrong about Spending Time with God

What We Get Wrong about Spending Time with God Written by Q. Jackson The assignment was simple, but I couldn’t help but cringe a little on the inside. A week-long “habit audit.” Straight away, I was anticipating that this tedious task my small group leader assigned would be a waste of time. The point of the habit audit is to help you see how much time you actually have—even if you feel really busy. It’s supposed to leave you feeling convicted and inspired to schedule more time with God in your newly discovered margins in order to grow closer to him. But the truth is, I know I’m not all that busy during this season of life. In addition to the half hour I already carve out for daily reading, prayer and study, I could easily be spending at least another 45 minutes a day reading my Bible—twice that some days if I got a little creative. I definitely want to keep growing closer to God. I’ve experienced that navigating the joys and struggles in this life is way better with his peace, guidance and wisdom, as well as a community of other people who love him and constantly remind me of his goodness.