“It’s first thing in the morning, but I already feel like I’m running behind!”
Life can be overwhelming sometimes. Daily routines, family obligations, work commitments, and the ins and outs of navigating marriage can leave you feeling like you’re always racing to catch up. It’s easy to lose track of time scrolling on your phone, watching the news, or getting lost in your to-do list.
But what if the first few minutes of your day set a different tone? What if five minutes made all the difference between another chaotic day, and one that feels calmer and more grounded? A brief daily devotional can help you achieve that goal.
When life gets busy, it can feel next to impossible to create that space for yourself. You might feel as though there’s no time to stop for a good conversation, much less read. These few precious minutes are essential; let’s talk about why.
The Problem With “I’ll Find Time Later”
When you think about making time for a few quiet minutes each day, what’s your automatic response? Do you immediately think, “No, there’s no extra time!” Do you bargain with yourself, promising to find time later, “when things settle down”?
Later never comes when you wait for it. That’s especially true if you’re stressed, running on empty, and overthinking your next move every day. You have to choose to make time, then stay committed to that decision. Five minutes a day is a short enough time to be realistic, but it might not feel that way right now.
What Can a Five-Minute Devotional Look Like?
There are many ways to approach a five-minute devotional; find a configuration that works well for you. You and your spouse can each set aside individual devotional time. Alternatively, you can structure your day to share these moments together.
Our new book, The One Year Positive Mental Health Devotional, offers daily, five-minute devotions structured like this:
- A short Scripture reading from the New Living Translation (NLT) to reset your perspective on today’s worries
- A devotional reflection that integrates biblical truth with psychological insight
- One line to carry with you (the book calls this an Anchor Truth)
- A simple, heartfelt prayer
- A gentle next step―a grounding practice, prompt, or invitation to act
A morning devotional can carry you throughout the day. When you’ve anchored yourself to a simple truth, you can return to that anchor when anxiety or frustration arise later. If you feel like you’re holding everything together on the outside, but unraveling beneath the surface, this new devotional is for you.
The One Year Positive Mental Health Devotional is for the overthinkers, the up-all-nighters, and everyone who is ready to move from struggle to strength. We’ve created a path you can follow, one foot in front of the other, one step at a time, toward greater peace, deeper faith, and lasting emotional and mental well-being. Learn more about the book and order yours here.
Do you make time for a daily devotional? What helps you stay consistent? Share your experiences in the comments below.
