My Monthly Faith Journey
Each month, during the first three days, I dedicate intentional time to God. I give Him more of my time and focus during these days than usual it’s my way of starting the month grounded in faith.
I usually fast one meal a day and spend time in daily devotion. This month, things were a little different. The first three days fell on the weekend, which actually made it harder. When I’m off work, I have more distractions than when I’m working and that made it more difficult to stay consistent with my devotion and fasting.
Some days, it was tough to even pick up my Bible. So instead, I leaned on worship music to carry me through. Here are a few songs that helped me stay connected, and I hope they can encourage you too.
Starting each month with intentional faith practices like fasting and devotion can profoundly anchor your spiritual life. When distractions arise, especially on weekends or days off work, worship music becomes a powerful tool to maintain connection and focus on God. Songs such as "Free in Deed" and "Something" by William Murphy, "Firm Foundation (He Won't)" by Chandler Moore and Cody Carnes, and "How Much More (Live)" by Jordan G. Welch offer uplifting and encouraging messages that can help sustain your spiritual commitment. Integrating these worship songs into your routine during times when reading scripture feels challenging can enrich your faith journey. Music engages the heart and mind, fostering a worshipful atmosphere that supports meditation and reflection. Additionally, balancing fasting with music and prayer on the first days of the month cultivates discipline and openness to spiritual growth. To maximize the benefits, consider creating a playlist of these songs to listen to during your devotion time, walks, or moments of solitude. This approach can help counter distractions and deepen your experience of faith, making the start of each month a meaningful renewal of your spiritual focus.
