如何守晨更?
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:
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### 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.
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### 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.”
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### 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.
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### 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.
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### 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.
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### 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.
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### 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.
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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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