Tuesday, March 24, 2009

TV Fast update

For my older daughters, It is Spring Break. We officially began our TV Fast last week. So far, the results are good. Oh, the nine year old is always bored. I expected that. But, for the most part the fast seems to have had positive results. Last night the 17 year old had a friend over. Instead of vegging in front of the TV as usual, they did a bible study on Ruth. How amazing is that?
Do I miss it? Yes, sometimes. I miss the routine of watching some shows. However, we popped in the movie Joshua the other day and thouroughly enjoyed it. I got that movie for Christmas and never watched it. It had been sitting on my shelf for months.
To me, I enjoy the fact that the house just seems quieter and less chaotic. Oh, we let Megan watch Blue's Clues we had recorded. However, the TV is off a lot of the time. I thought that would bug me because I am so used to the noise in the background. But it is refreshing. It is nice to not have the constant drone in the background.
Personally, I find that I am getting a lot more done with less frustration. I spend the time studying for my college ministry class or cleaning while listening to worship music or bible teachings on my IPOD. A fast isn't a fast if you aren't replacing the thing you are fasting with time with God. So, I am making a concentrated effort to spend more of my time focusing on Jesus.

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