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“Now early in the morning, He (Jesus) came again into the temple and all the people came to Him and He sat down and taught them.” John 8:2 (NKJV)

What does your morning look like? If you’re like most of us a lot of unexpected things can occur once our feet hit the floor. A sick child stands outside our bedroom door. Homework mysteriously gets lost. Breakfast lands on someone’s clothes instead of their mouth. And just maybe, we make it out of the door and to work on time. All within the first hours of our waking moments – just another day or an opportunity to encounter Jesus.

An early morning invitation landed twelve ordinary men the job offer of a lifetime – to be fishers of men. Early in the morning, Jesus came to the temple, sat down and taught the people. Long before daylight, Jesus went out and departed to a solitary place to pray. Early in the morning, Mary Magdalene encountered the risen Lord. Early in the morning, Jesus restored weary fisherman and invited them to feast at his table.
Amazing things happen when we invite Jesus into our morning. The ordinary person is transformed into extraordinary. Wisdom flows and prayers are answered. Restoration and contentment accompany those who begin their day at His table. And even the unexpected unleashes renewed strength when God invades our space before the world creeps in.

Sipping your coffee – read His word. Packing lunches – breathe a prayer. Dressing for work – put on the armor of God. Hugging your children – feel His arms holding you close. All within the first hours of our waking moments –incredible opportunities to encounter Jesus.

“Father, how sweet to know that You eagerly awaken me so that we can be together before the day unfolds.”

For His Glory

Janet Martin
TRBC Women’s Life