In our home, we use this saying, “Make room for Jesus.” Laughingly, it was emphasized with our children during their dating years. However, several years ago I realized as I was speaking this phrase but not actually practicing it. I felt convicted for not making room for Jesus but more importantly not to making time for Jesus. So I decided to do just that – to intentionally Make Time for Jesus.

Back then, the protected time I found with a full house was 5 a.m. I would arise and read before heading out to start my day. Once I turned this time into time for Jesus, I felt the pull to not just read and reflect but to write.

I always enjoyed writing – journals, reflections, etc. I am not sure why it took me so long to begin to write for a reason.

So there I was at 5 a.m. with a cup of coffee (in my favorite mug of the day), sitting in my favorite chair with my favorite blanket. I began writing to link raw, real life experiences to scripture forming a relatable connection. Eventually, I began to share those writings hoping my meager life lessons would touch others and remind us all that God is in everything – the good, the bad, and the very ugly.

And so I became a writer of devotionals. I first shared these with friends and co-workers and more recently expanded the scope to include my church family.

The definition of convicted is to be found or proven guilty. I hope that at my journey’s end I am found and proven to be guilty of living a Christian life and doing all that I can to better myself and those around me.