Seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well (Matthew 6:33)

Quit focusing on the problem and starting thinking of your solution. While I may have uttered that saying thousands of times over the last year and half…today was a one of those times where I needed to be reminded of such a simple suggestion.

Over the last 6 months I’ve spent almost every day expect for the week on the Big Island helping others with sobriety. Nearly every waking moment being of service can take a toll, unless Im on solid ground with my source of strength…Christ. I reached a point this afternoon where I was in total self-will, not a good thing.

Why I am even at this point is ridiculous. I’ve shared about my struggles taking a sabbath and making sure I am constantly in the Word. Taking a day off the last few weeks has been easy, what has messed me up is my lack of spending time with God. It dawned on me that I have given away 3 Bibles and 2 devotionals on this trip….leaving me with nothing. Not the brightest of moves.

My routine is waking up, reading my morning Truth and before I sleep, ending my day with some scripture. I do have a Bible on my iphone but its not the same as the real deal. How am I to seek God if Im not feeding my soul with his word? Is it possible to righteous without giving my time to Him?

The problem I was facing today? Being a selfish, self-centered, egotistic alcoholic. My solution? Going to buy a new Bible, find 2 devotionals and get back on my knees praying daily.