How To Dedicate Time To God In College
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How To Dedicate Time To God In College

We need God more than ever now, but why don't we make time for him?

Addie Huthwaite
Nov 28, 2017
University of South Carolina
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With exams, classes and club meetings, it seems like our schedules confine us. We can fit Sunday service into our schedules but how do we allot time for reading our Bibles, praying and being in community? Here are some ways I balance the stress of college and my time with God.

1. Worship Music

The easiest way to spend time with God for me is to listen to worship music when I am walking to class and studying. It warms my heart and I am able to praise God while also doing what I have to do for school. Sometimes I get distracted by the music so I just take a few minutes to talk to God and thank Him before I return to work.

2. Praying Before Bed

After a long and exhausting day, we all just want to crawl in bed. Normally I would sit on my phone and scroll through Instagram, but now I take time to pray. Growing up, we all counted sheep to help us fall asleep and praying has the same effect. I am able to calm down and I take time to reflect on the day I had and pray for the world. Then before I know it, I'm sound asleep.

3. Praying Before Meals

It's a small thing but praying before meals turns into a habit and not only do I feel closer to God but I don't feel alone while I'm eating. It turns into a good habit and your friends on campus can also pray with you.

4. Clubs and Community Service

If you have a servant heart like mine, you have most likely are already involved in clubs in college. Chances are, other members in your clubs are also Christians. If you continue to serve together you will build relationships and you'll be a part of a community.

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