Rest and Release Bible Study

So, as we are moving into the Fall season lots of changes are happening. Weather is changing, colors, smells, and schedules too. So, it makes life seem a bit crazy when the sun starts going down in what feels like the middle of the day. When the sun goes down my body says "YES ITS BEDTIME!" BUT, my brain says... NOPE... Still have lots to do! 

So, my sister introduced me to the bible study Rest and Release by Courtney Joseph. Its all about resting in the Lord and releasing anxieties and worries to Him. 

I was hoping to be able to do this first thing in the morning before my day gets going but that was my first test in this bible study. :) My 15 month old son has other plans for me so I do my bible study and prayer time at nap. BUT, you know what! I have done it for two days now and the world didn't end! 

How It Works

Each week has a main focus and this weeks is STOP. So the challenge is to light a candle each day and when the flickering catches your eye, stop and pray for peace. So, I do that first thing in the morning and take a minute to say a pray for the day and for peace to be in my heart and in my life. 

There are passages each day to read and meditate on and the SOAK method for note taking to really soak in the word. (S = Scripture O=Observation A=Application K=Kneeling in prayer)

How I do it. 

I have my devotional book I ordered from Amazon and my bible of course. I have a little notebook I made from scrapbook and copy paper to take my notes in and I have my planner to write down the verses for the day and any main points or prayers that stand out to me that day. I also have my AMAZING giraffe bag from Thirty-One that I keep it all in with my colorful pens and pencils I use for it all. 

We have been doing this for two days now and it is amazing how much better I feel taking that time each day to read His word and pray. Resting in Him and Releasing it all to Him really takes so much off of my shoulders! 

My sister and I have started a discussion group on facebook to go through this bible study together and we would love to have you join us!