Here are gentle ways to remain present with God, even when everything else feels heavy. You don’t have to do all of these; try one, or even just one line.
- Journal Honestly
Write down your emotions, prayers, and doubts. Hand them over to God without trying to fix anything.
2. Use Worship Music
Let it play softly in the background; you don’t have to focus, just be.
3. Read Short, Heartfelt Verses
One verse at a time, slowly, without expectation of memorisation or deep insight.
4. Speak Simple Truths to God
Even if it’s, “God, I don’t have the energy, but I still want You.”
5. Rest in His Presence
Sometimes abiding is simply sitting quietly and acknowledging that He’s near.
Even when your energy is low, there are ways to practice abiding in God when running on empty.
Check out ‘Discover True Rest’
6. Guided Meditation
When you can’t muster even the strength to meditate on the Word, then guided meditation is perfect. I use the Abide App; they have lots of meditations, from daily devotions to sleep ones, from 2 minutes to 30 minutes.
7. Guided Prayer
Check out our Playlist for a selection of prayers.
