Tuning Into God: 4 Spiritual PracticesSample

Over the course of an average workday, you’ll likely face many moments when your mind could use a refresh button.

When too many things clamor to take up space in your head, take a moment to tune into God.

Each of the spiritual practices you learned this week serves to renew your mind. Every time you flex that muscle, you are more able to “discern what is the will of God—what is good and acceptable and perfect.” (Romans 12:2).

Which practice most helped you tune into God this week? Was it seeking God through your work? Breathing and repeating the Jesus prayer? Scanning your body for tension? Or being mindful of the world around you?

Whichever practice was most helpful to you this week, make that your practice today.

Use one of these practices to tune into God:

• Tune into God through work. Try to imagine a task as something that you and God are doing together. Listen for any new insights, ideas, or emotions that come to your mind while working.
• Practice the Jesus Breath Prayer. Breath in and repeat the words, “Lord Christ.” Breath out and repeat the words, “Have mercy on me.”
• Still your body. Scan your body for any tension. Ask what it means. Ask God to help you let go and relax.
• Mindfulness. Be present to the world around you. Notice your thoughts and surroundings without judgement. Ask God what he’d like you to pay attention to.

Reflect: How do you feel after completing a spiritual practice? Moving forward, how can you tune into God in your day-to-day life?

Prayer: God, renew my mind through your Holy Spirit. May I follow you in my moment-by-moment.

If you enjoyed this plan, find more plans from the Theology of Work Project at www.theologyofwork.org/devotions