Are you “out of shape” spiritually? Do you long for a life that is fully and deeply engaged with the Creator? Does your heart ache to be transformed by God? Real change happens only when we train ourselves to be in the habit of exercising our hearts in the practice of godliness. The Bible says that training the body is of some value, but the most important thing we can do is to train our spirit. Habits of the Heart will help you develop practices that draw you into a deeper and lasting relationship with God. Each day of the year, this simple guide will help you focus on one essential aspect of your walk with God and show you how to make it a habit.

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365 devotions offer a meaningful, yet practical, way to exercise your heart in the practice of godliness
Each week immerses you in a specific practice: conversational prayer, unplugging from life’s daily grind, waiting on God, being watchful, and much more

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Habits of the Heart

365 Daily Exercises for Living like Jesus

By Katherine J. Butler

Tyndale House Publishers

CHAPTER 1

Week 1 // Day 1

PRACTICING GOD'S PRESENCE

Jan 1

Look Again. Can You See Now?

If you look for me wholeheartedly, you will find me.

JEREMIAH 29:13

The Bible tells many stories of people who were in the very presence of God but were completely unaware of it. Jacob was camping overnight, for instance, when he realized he had missed God trying to communicate with him and exclaimed, "Surely the Lord is in this place, and I wasn't even aware of it!" (Genesis 28:16). Jesus' own disciples didn't recognize they were walking with him on the road to Emmaus (Luke 24:13-16).

What causes you to miss God's presence and activity in your day? Practicing God's presence is about awakening a constant attentiveness to God always being with you, working on your behalf. As you develop this awareness, worry, discouragement, and fear will lose their power over you.

This book intentionally begins with "Practicing God's Presence" because this sets the stage for the rest of the year. As you work through each devotion, remember God is with you in every moment. Don't miss what he is doing right in front of you!

Jan 2

I Am with You

The Lord your God is living among you. He is a mighty savior. He will take delight in you with gladness. With his love, he will calm all your fears. He will rejoice over you with joyful songs.

Zephaniah 3:17

I am with you always.

Matthew 28:20

Because of Christ and our faith in him, we can now come boldly and confidently into God's presence.

Ephesians 3:12

Set an alarm on your phone or place a note in your home as a simple reminder that God is with you and delights in you. When you see the reminder, pause for a few moments and say to him, "Thank you for taking delight in me, even though sometimes I have a difficult time accepting that. Help me to remember throughout this day that you are by my side in each and every moment" I can never escape from your Spirit! I can never get away from your presence! If I go up to heaven, you are there; if I go down to the grave, you are there. If I ride the wings of the morning, if I dwell by the farthest oceans, even there your hand will guide me, and your strength will support me.

Jan 3

Open Your Eyes

I can never escape from your Spirit! I can never get away from your presence! If I go up to heaven, you are there; if I go down to the grave, you are there. If I ride the wings of the morning, if I dwell by the farthest oceans, even there your hand will guide me, and your strength will support me.

Psalm 139:7-10

How easy is it for God to get your attention throughout the day? In Letters to Malcolm: Chiefly on Prayer, C. S. Lewis wrote, "We may ignore, but we can nowhere evade, the presence of God. The world is crowded with Him. He walks everywhere incognito."'

Look for his presence all around you today in ways you hadn't thought about before (through the comfort of another person, a beautiful sunset, a song on the radio, or a Scripture that comes to mind).

Jan 4

Let Me Come with You

This is my command — be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid or discouraged. For the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.

Joshua 1:9

I know the Lord is always with me. I will not be shaken, for he is right beside me.

Psalm 16:8

Imagine God speaking these words directly to you: "Do not be afraid ... I am with you wherever you go"

How might this encourage you in the transitions you currently face (such as moving to a new home, starting a different job, experiencing a child's move out of the house)?

Memorize one of the above Scriptures to remind you that God is with you right now and will continue to be with you every day for the rest of your life.

Jan 5

LetGo to FocuS on Me

The Lord said to her, "My dear Martha, you are worried and upset over all these details! There is only one thing worth being concerned about. Mary has discovered it, and it will not be taken away from her."

Luke 10:41-42

What details in your day distract you from being present with Jesus?

Make a list of these disruptions and talk to the Lord about each of them. Ask him to make his presence more urgent to you than your distractions.

When you are done talking to God about your list, place your Bible on top of the list to symbolize letting those things go for today in order to focus on being more present with him.

Jan 6

Remember Me

Commit yourselves wholeheartedly to these commands. ... Repeat them again and again. ... Talk about them when you are at home and when you are on the road, when you are going to bed and when you are getting up Write them on the doorposts of your house.

Deuteronomy 6:6-9

I know the Lord is always with me. I will not be shaken, for he is right beside me.

Psalm 16:8

Every time you remember God's faithfulness, your trust in his love and care for you grows stronger. Today, carry something with you that can remind you of God's constant presence.

For example, wear a special bracelet, place a token in your pocket, or put your Bible in a visible spot in your home or office. Whenever you see this item, thank God for never leaving your side.

Jan 7

Follow You with Blessing

You go before me and follow me. You place your hand of blessing on my head.

Psalm 139:5

God does not want you to go through this day alone.

As you think through the things you need to do, close your eyes and picture God's hand on your head.

What blessing is he speaking over your day?

Write out that blessing and carry it with you throughout today as a tangible reminder to encourage you.

At the end of the day, come back to this page and consider these questions:

* When did you feel close to God in the past week?

* What exercises helped you remember God's presence with you?

* How can you make practicing God's presence a habit?

(Continues...)

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