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Being a mom means you have very little time to yourself. If you add in working, whether it be in or out of the home, you have even less time. You feel stretched in different directions and usually at the end day pass out in bed from exhaustion.
One thing that we have to remember is to take time for talking to God, reading His word and praying. These are things that I feel are essential to being a good wife, mother, daughter, sister…just being a good person. We have to make the time and stop making excuses. Oh I’m too busy right now, I’ll get to that later. What if we don’t have a later? We’re not promised that. I’m guilty of this myself. I’m not preaching to anyone. I know this is true, because I’ve made those excuses. I’ve not taken the time to sit down and do this daily.
I was given the chance to review the Everyday Matters Bible for Women and was so excited when it came. The Everyday Matters Bible for Women version that I received was the NLT (New Living Translation) hardback edition which retails for $44.95. They also have a hardback deluxe edition and an imitation leather edition.
This Bible has a few extras that you won’t normally find in a regular Bible that are going to really allow you to utilize it to the best of your ability.
Features
- 4-color printing throughout
- Book introductions; which include: background information, synopsis, time period and an outline of events.
- Color-coded icons identify each Spiritual Discipline addressed in contributors’ material
- Article, “How to Use This Bible in a Small Group Study”
- Index of Spiritual Practices
- Resources for further reading
- Presentation page
- Ribbon marker
You also have over 300 articles written by more than 140 of today’s most well-known Christian leaders and writers, including: Kay Warren, Priscilla Shirer, Elisa Morgan, Nancy & John Ortberg, Richard Foster, Liz Curtis Higgs, and Lauren Winner.
It’s also designed to help us read, understand, and apply spiritual discipline. It’s broken down and explained in 4 ways.
- Everyday Matters. Two-page articles introduce major themes and focus on an essential part of understanding and practicing a discipline.
- Everyday Profiles. Profiles of twenty-five Biblical women highlight a particular discipline.
- Everyday Q & A’s. Short articles delve into a difficult aspect of the spiritual practice and offer practical help on incorporating the discipline into your daily life.
- Everyday Reflections. Selections illustrate ways to personalize and apply God’s Word to your own situation.
Reading through this Bible and looking at all of the tools we are given, I really think that this will help me grow in my faith and allow me to take the time and sit down and really comprehend what I’m reading. If you are looking for a Bible that you can rely on I would suggest you check this out. It can be purchased at ChristianBooks.com.
I was provided a copy of this Bible free for review. All opinions stated above are my own and were in no way influenced.
Melanie says
At night, after everyone falls asleep
Veronica Garrett says
In the evening after work and everything.
Tanya White says
I find time for myself in the early afternoon usually between 2 and 3.
Angel Painter says
I like to wake up early in the morning so I can have quiet time before my day gets going
Ann Council says
I find time for myself in the early afternoon usually between 2 and 3.
Gianna says
After they’ve gone to bed.
Jblanton says
Before I go to bed when everyone else is asleep
Candice Hull says
Definitely nap time, like now 😀 I save time at night when the kids are asleep for my husband, so I try to squeeze my time in at naps.
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shaunie wyatt says
I find the best time in the morning
Chloe S says
I usually have to find time before my daughter gets up. Right now it’s hard though, because we’re sharing a room, so when I wake up, she does too!
Charlene Kuser says
My best time is right before I go to bed.It is also relaxing.
Lori L. says
In the morning before the kids get up. If it doesn’t happen then, it’s pretty tough for it to happen.
Allyson rorro says
I get my alone time once all my babies go to sleep. I have two beautiful daughters who go to sleep around 730 and a newborn who sleeps when he wants so as soon as they are all down I take that time to get things done for myself as well as spend some quality time with my amazing husband.
Angela Neynaber says
I get my “me” time when my older kids are at school and my 2 year old takes her 3 HOUR nap!
Kendra says
Mornings are best, thanks for the chance
Jodi J says
In the morning, right after I drop my daughter off at school.
Melissa P. says
In the evenings, just before I go to bed
brenda Elsner says
I find my few minutes after the kids go to school.
Jennifer says
I am most likely to find a few minutes to myself in the morning, right after the kids have left for school.
Cheryl Reinhardt says
Usually at night after everyone goes to bed…….
melina r says
I find time for myself after everybody is asleep
Carole I says
After they have all gone to bed is when I can get a few minutes to myself 🙂
selena says
i utilize naptime for ME time, while he’s sleeping, thats OUR time-which is also me time i guess.
Chelsea M says
At night once everyone is asleep is always the best time for me.
Carolyn N. says
Early morning is the best time to have some time to myself.
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Cynthia M says
I get time when he is in school.
Heidi says
I find a few moments after the kids have went to bed.
cassandra (rab pom) says
Me time is definitely in the morning
shawna says
After the kids are in bed.
Missy L says
Sometimes in the morning but usually my bible time is at night after the kids have been put to bed.
Storm, the Psychotic Housewife says
It’s usually late at night that I get some quiet time.
Samantha Meyer says
Later in the evening is when I have more time for myself.
susan smoaks says
i always have a little time to myself early in the morning!
Charity S says
In the morning.
rochelle johnson says
it is very hard to get alone time at my house but when i do get some it usualy when the kids go to bed, ty.
Russell Moore says
I have about 2 hours after everyone else has gone to bed.
kathy pease says
my time is after my son goes to school
vikki Billings says
My time is in the evenings, I watch tv, read or just relax
Kylie C says
In the morning- it’s never a guarantee that there won’t be a disaster at bedtime.
Ed Nemmers says
Just before my bedtime!
Molly K says
When I first wake up in the morning I take 20 mins to myself before I wake up my boys for school.
Jennifer says
after the kids go to bed- my quiet time!
Susan Smith says
At night when everyone is in bed
Jodi says
In my car on my way to and from work lol
Amanda G. says
In the morning after everyone leaves for school.
Shannon Schuler says
I try to find time for me after they go to bed.
Julie says
Before I go to sleep, I like to have my own time.
Daniel M says
end of the day in bed
Mary Jensen says
I have “Me Time” in the morning before everyone else gets out of bed.
Angie PreciselyMine says
After they’ve gone to bed.
Stephanie Larison says
Just before bed when my daughter is getting sleepy
Meghan Finley says
In the morning
Teresa M says
I have a little more time in the morning sometimes before my daughter gets up for school.
Maryann says
When the kids are at school
CHELSEA says
I only have time to my self in the am && I usually sleep
Kelly Blackwell says
I sneak in alone study time before my son gets up for school. After that it is all about run, run, run. 🙂
Janalyn says
I get my time when the kids go to school.
Leah Baird says
after lunch would be the best time
K.Pugh says
In the morning before my kids wake.
Thanks for the chance.
Angela says
I would love to have this for my devotionals
Natalie Finch says
I make an effort to get up 20 minutes before everyone in our house so I can have a few minutes to myself. I often get a little breather at night too.
Debbie Ritenour says
At night when my daughter goes to bed or at work when it is slow! that is the only quiet time I get!
coley r says
during naps is when i have a little quiet time
christal c w says
I get a few in the early morning before anyone gets up
Crystal Green says
I’ve looked at this Bible many times over. I am currently using the Women’s Devotional Bible Classic Edition NIV.
brandy says
The only time that I have to myself is early in the morning before everyone gets up.
LOIS PAYTON says
right after I get up each morning, GOD BLESS AND KEEP YA’LL SAFE IN HIS LOVING ARMS.
Jeni Monroe says
After I get them off to school and my hubby to work.
Terra Heck says
I usually have time in the early afternoon before the kids and husband come home. Thanks.
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lana says
In the morning before they are up and in the evening after they are asleep
Jessica Beard says
Naptime is best!
Shannon Baas says
When they are at school.
Kathy Stevenson says
After they go to bed!
Melissa P. says
I try to find time in weekend mornings while my son is still sleeping. Sometimes I even pray he will sleep longer in the morning so I can get a few extra minutes. LOL
WinItMama says
I find time for myself early morning before my kids wake up for the day.
Vickie Couturier says
early in the morning before everyone gets up is the best quiet time for me,just a cup of coffee an peace
amy v says
i find it when i can…first thing in the morning is my favorite though
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Ashley S says
Nap time is usually my down time
LaVonne says
After the kids have gone to bed.
samantha says
In the morning before they get up.
Sarah Hall says
After they have gone to bed, I have a little time to myself to think of the next day to come.
latanya says
after my son has gone to bed
Kimberly B. says
After the kids have gone to bed.
Heidi Daily says
After they go to bed is the best time for me
Chelsea says
It’s very rare, but I get a little bit of quiet time after the kids go to sleep at night
andie says
my quiet time comes after everyone is in bed at night.
angie says
morning was always the easiest with me
Jessica T says
Usually after I drop the kids off at school I can go home and find a few minutes for me!
Jenny says
In the morning before the kids get up.
Erica says
I love to get up early before the kids get up and have my time with Jesus. I love to sit outside (weather permitting) with a cup of coffee and my Bible.
Jessica To says
I usually get a few moments after my son has gone to bed.
Sue Borowiak says
Before bedtime reading when the house is quiet.
TINA HARWOOD says
EVENING AT BEDTIME.
melody says
My girls are all grown and moved out and we are empty nesters, but I love my quiet time in the morning!!!
Ellie Augustin says
Right now since all 3 of my kids are in school I get a couple of hours to myself where I can have my quiet time.
Ashley Hughes says
Before my daughter gets up.
HappyMomC says
I find time after the kids have gone to bed.
Bev says
I like the thought behind it– would be interested in reading it!
MaryBeth says
I only have time to myself when I get up before my four girls. It is absolutely necessary for me to have quiet time early!!