That's a wonderful question — and one that has deep roots in Christian spirituality. The **“morning watch”** (also called *quiet time*, *devotion*, or *morning communion with God*) is a period early in the day when a believer intentionally meets with God through **prayer, Scripture, and reflection** before other activities begin. The goal is to start the day centered in God’ s presence and guided by His Word. Here's a simple but time-tested way to keep the morning watch effectively: --- ### 1. Set a Regular Time and Place * **Choose a quiet time** — usually right after waking up. Many believers set it *before breakfast or checking the phone*. * **Choose a consistent place** — a desk, a corner, a balcony, or even a park bench. Consistency builds habit and reverence. --- ### 2. Begin with Stillness and Prayer * Take a minute or two to **be still before God** (Psalm 46:10). Quiet your mind from worries or distractions. * Then **pray briefly**, inviting the Holy Spirit: > “Lord, I'm here to meet with You. Open my heart and speak through Your Word.” --- ### 3. Read and Meditate on Scripture You can follow a **reading plan** or simply read sequentially through the Bible. A common rhythm: * **2 chapters from the Old Testament** * **2 chapters from the New Testament** * **5 Psalms** * **1 chapter of Proverbs** (That completes the whole Bible in about 6 months.) Or, if that feels long, begin with **one Psalm and one Gospel passage** each day. As you read: * Look for a **verse or phrase** that stands out. * Ask: *What does this reveal about God? About me? How should I respond?* * Write a short note or underline what touches you. --- ### 4. Respond in Prayer Use **ACTS** as a simple pattern: * **A**doration — praise God for who He is. * **C**onfession — admit sins and ask forgiveness. * **T**hanksgiving — thank Him for blessings and grace. * **S**upplication — pray for needs (yours and others’). You can also pray Scripture itself, turning verses into personal prayer. --- ### 5. Record What You Receive Keeping a small **spiritual journal** helps your heart stay engaged. Write one sentence like: > “Today God reminded me to trust Him rather than fear what’s ahead.” Over time, these notes become a personal record of God’s faithfulness. --- ### 6. End with Commitment Before you finish, pray something like: > “Lord, walk with me today. Help me to live what I just read.” Carry that one truth or verse through your day — repeat it when you feel stressed or tempted. --- ### How Long Should It Be? Quality matters more than length. * Beginners: **10–15 minutes** daily. * Growing believers: **30–45 minutes** or more. Some saints spend an hour or longer, but faithfulness is the key. -- 讀經進度與【活潑的生命】一致。一年讀舊約1遍，新約和詩篇2遍。 https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/devotionals/read-the-bible/ --

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