Some Creative Strategies

It is so easy to fall into habits and rituals- the ones that are imposed upon us as well as those we ourselves impose. But while the consistency of habit and the beauty of ritual can be empowering and enriching, they can also lead to dullness. Three more chapter, we yawn. Then I can go to sleep...And while the dullness of routine is really no excuse for abandoning our devotional times, the reality is that we stand a better chance of sticking with your quiet times when we have interest as well as will to spur us on. There's more than one way, in other words, to enjoy a quiet time with the Lord. There's more than one approach to studying Scripture. There's more than one way to mediate and pray. The practical truth is that if we don't learn how to feed our souls so they will eat, our souls will wither and slowly die. And that may require a little variety in our spiritual diet- a little creativity in the way we approach our quiet times. You may want to consider:
Take God out for coffee:Find a quiet corner in a cafe' and meet with God.Take your Bible & a notebook.
Add a spiritual classic to your devotional diet:Christian books provide delicious & enriching side dishes.
(From: Having a Mary Heart in a Martha World)