Involving God in All I Do
By Violet Bland--
Growing up as a Christian, I learned it is important to involve God in everything I do. In youth, we read through Colossians, and I liked this verse:
“And whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.” Colossians 3:17
Now, this is easier said than done. Going to a public school my whole life, it has been hard to not give in to the temptations of the devil. I have friends who don't have the same beliefs as I do, and it is difficult sometimes because we might butt heads about our different views. But I know God wants me to show love to everyone. So, I try to go through life expressing love to those around me.
And as much as I love spending time with God, it becomes hard to spend time with Him just because of the busyness of school and everyday life. I struggle a lot with reading the Bible and praying on a regular basis. To help with that, a few friends and I have started a weekly challenge. We try to pray and read the Bible a couple times a week and check in with each other. It has honestly helped me grow closer to God and involve Him during the week.
I try to express God in all that I do, and that includes dance. I have danced for over ten years now, and I am so lucky to go to a Christian-run studio. My dance teachers play Christian music all the time, and I get to share something I love with God. I talk about my studio with all my friends which leads me to talk about God and faith too.
God is such a big part of my life, and even though it can be hard sometimes, I try to bring him into every piece of it.