The endless attributes of God

This is a neat challenge that one of my sister RA's and I are doing together. I'm hoping to see God in all I do and really focus on that one attribute for the day.

For the record, this is not my own, it was taken from Louie Giglio's book, "The Air I Breathe" 

First, get a blank journal/notebook and begin each day for thirty days with the prayer, "God , I am here for You, please show me who You are." Open to the Psalms and begin to read. The goal here is quality, not quantity. You may be content with a verse or two, or you may want to focus on a whole Psalm. But don't speed along. Let the words sink in.

As you read, look for one attribute of God that seems to grab your attention. An attribute is simply something that's true about God. A part of His character. A facet of His heart. One of His names. Maybe you'll be drawn to His mercy. Or His consistency. His love. His holiness. Maybe your heart will zero in on the fact that He's your Sustainer. Shepherd. Shelter. Friend.

When you feel like one thing has captured your heart, write that attribute on the top of your journal page. You might want to write the verse down, too.

Now take some time to meditate on that aspect of God's character. For example, think about what it means that God is wise. That He embodies "All the treasures of wisdom and knowledge." And think about what God's wisdom means to your life today.

After a few minutes, write your thoughts to God. You might write your own psalm of praise back to Him, or just a stream of thoughts as they spill over from your heart to His. You might write a new song, or just sing one you already know that magnifies the dimension of His heart that you're focusing on. Make it personal. Intimate. Honest. Remember, there's no right or wrong way to journal your response to what you see of Him. Two sentences can be as powerful as two pages.

Now carry that word with you all day long. Keep the conversation with God going everywhere you go. You might be surprised how many times that characteristic surfaces as you walk through your day. Every time it does, thank Him for the truth that He has shown you. Praise Him for who He is. After thirty days, you'll be encouraged at how far along you are on the path of knowing Him. And you'll be amazed at how much more there is of Him to explore.

~Louie Giglio, "The Air I Breathe"

Melanie