discipleship
How to Have a Quiet Time
Why Have a Quiet Time?
- To enjoy fellowship with God and get
to know Him better (Phil. 3:8-10; Matt. 22:37,38).
- To delight God (Proverbs 15:8b).
- To discover principles to direct our
lives (Psalm 119:105).
- To develop perspectives on life from
God's point of view (Romans 12:2).
Practical Suggestions:
Set aside a regular time each day to spend with God
and make it a daily priority. Find a quiet place where
you can be alone and free from distractions (Mark 1:35).
Come with an attitude of expectancy and a hunger to
meet God. (Luke 10:38-42)
Quiet Time Ideas
Use the ACTS acrostic during your quiet time
A=Adoration:
Spend time praising the Lord by praying the Psalms
back to Him (Psalm 28:7 & 100:4). Sing hymns, listening
to a praise tape or praise Him for His attributes.
C=Confession:
Ask God to search your heart (Psalm 139:23,24). Confess
any sins the Holy Spirit reveals to you (Psalm. 66:18,
I John 1:9). Make certain that you're filled with the
Spirit (Ephesians 5:15-20).
T=Thanksgiving:
Thank God for all that He's done and is doing in your
life and the lives of others. Write a list of what you're
thankful for.
S=Supplication:
Pray for specific things each day such as personal
concerns, family, upcoming events, friends, missionaries,
etc. Write down your requests so you'll have a record
of God's guidance and faithfulness.
Spend time in the Word
- Have a schedule for your daily reading
and read slowly and thoughtfully.
- Ask questions about how it relates
to your life.
- Reread and substitute your name in
appropriate places addressing the passage to God.
Try this using Philippians 2:13.
- Occasionally read out loud.
- Record your thoughts and the verses
that stand out to you in a notebook.
Action Point: Select a definite time and place
for your quiet time for each day of the next week. Start
with a short period of time that's comfortable for you.
Try 10 to 15 minutes.
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