Missed Church This Sunday? 4 Ways to Stay Spiritual
Missing church on Sunday can mess up your entire week. But, let's face it mommys, it happens. Piled up laundry, grocery shopping and cleaning can sometimes be a little more persuasive than putting on your Sunday best. Here are some tips to make sure you don't lose your spiritual focus if you happen to miss Sunday's sermon.
Meditation & Prayer: Any good pastor will tell you that the foundation of your spiritual relationship starts with prayer and meditation. This dynamic spiritual duo is your way to connect with the Creator and also the first step to intentional living.
Reading: One of the greatest things the Bible has done for me is to show the world from someone else's perspective. And that's what reading any book can do for you. Minus the divine influence, reading a book is a great way to understand someone else's interpretation of life. Here are two Brown Mommy favs.
Take a Nature Walk: Pittsburgh is home to some of the most beautifully, quiet walking trails. These heavily forested areas can provide a great backdrop for deep thought. While we don't recommend walking at night for any Brown Mommys, a daytime walk can leave you with just the right amount of spiritual refreshment. Listening to the birds churp and the leaves whistle makes me realize the Creator's strenght and the small luxuries of being a human being.
Meet-Up with Girlfriends: I know this last one sounds odd, but have you ever left a girls night out or mid-day luncheon with friends feeling refreshed? I know I have. A little encouragement can go a long way. Whenever I meet up with my Brown Mommy Besties I always leave feeling like I've taken a big exhale. Getting together with the girls allows you to share things you may be harboring guilt over, talk about spiritual deficits you may be having or just listen. Many times just listening to what your girl has to say and allowing her to unload can be cathartic for your own soul.
All-in-all don't feel bad about missing church today. God knows your heart. Further, sometimes taking the time to show your own spiritual committment to growth can honor the Creator more than any sermon ever could.