Words for the Weary

**Sit quietly, eyes closed and in silence for one minute before reading.**

    If you have been given the privilege of strength or the energy to walk with God today then lift up the weary. If you can hear God’s voice and see his hands at work, encourage those who cannot. For the sake of others, take to notice God and notice him on behalf of others. Listen for his voice in your life and theirs.
   
    This listening doesn’t come as a way of manipulation, control or accomplishment of your plans. This listening doesn’t lead to offer an empty hope, but a hope that is realistic, realizes life is hard and that God is good. This listening comes in order that you might encourage, in the right moment and with the right amount. This listening turns into an uplifting word.

    So many are weary, how can you listen to God and lift them up?

**Sit again in silence for as long as is available to you.**

Character Required

**Before you begin reading, sit down, breathe normally and be quiet for 1 minute.**

    Character Required. Nothing has required more of my character than being a mom. Don’t get me wrong, there are plenty of other things that require character. For me being a mom has required the most. The little everyday puzzles, drama and decisions. The constant need to be needed and lack of down time. The accumulation of the demands on our bodies, our hearts and our minds adds up to a great and consistent test of our characters. We are weary, without any reserves left and the greatest is being demanded of us.
    What in your life requires the most of your character? What relentless person, people or situations continue to make demands on you?
    All the more reason to sit with God and listen. Talk to Him, listen to Him and receive from Him.

**Sit quietly again for as much time as is available to you.**