Reference

Mark 1:35-37, Luke 5:16

Sermon Notes

Finding Quiet in the Chaos

Finding Quiet in the Chaos

Jesus’ Morning Routine

Verse Reference: Mark 1:35

"Then Jesus got up early in the morning when it was still very dark, departed and went out to a deserted place and there he spent time in prayer."

  • The Action: Jesus got up early while it was still very dark to find a deserted place to pray.
  • The Goal: He removed himself from the noise to get uninterrupted time with God.
  • The Real Life Contrast: Our minds drift easily in familiar spaces (thinking about mopping floors, store receipts, or letting the dogs out!).

Verse Reference: Mark 1:36-37

"Simon and his companions searched for him. 37. When they found him, they said, 'Everyone is looking for you!!'"

  • The Constant Demand: Even Jesus faced people constantly tracking Him down saying, 'Everyone is looking for you!'

Why We Need Prayer

Verse Reference: Mark 1:38-39

"He replied let us go elsewhere, into the villages, so that I can preach there too. For that is what I came out here to do. 39. He went into all of Galilee preaching in their synagogues and casting out demons."

  • Prayer Prepares Us: Jesus prayed before preaching, performing miracles, or facing difficult times.

Verse Reference: Luke 5:16

"Jesus himself frequently withdrew to the wilderness and prayed."

  • A Frequent Habit: Jesus consistently withdrew to the wilderness to pray.
  • The Battle: The devil will try to use distractions to get in your way. Meet with God to prepare your mind.

Jesus’ Night Routine

  • The Wrap-Up: Jesus went off to be alone with God at the end of the day.
  • The Content: He likely processed His day, spoke about His troubles, and practiced gratitude.

The Two-Way Journaling Tool

  1. The Setup: Write a direct question or thought to God.
  2. The Pause: Quiet your mind and listen.
  3. The Response: Write down immediate thoughts or verses that come to mind without editing them.
  4. Repeat: Continue the back-and-forth conversation.

The Jesus Prayer Challenge

  • The Challenge: Start and end your day with God this week.
  • Practical Tool: Use an app like Lectio 365 to guide your morning and evening reflections.
  • Find Your Space: Walk in nature, sit in your favorite chair, lock your bedroom door, or sit on the front porch.

Just go be with God.