10 Simple Habits That Keep My Faith, Home, And Schedule Anchored

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What if I told you that the most transformative simple habits aren’t the ones that demand perfection, but the ones that invite grace into your everyday moments?

I used to think that having it all together meant colour-coded calendars, meal prep Sundays that looked like magazine spreads, and a prayer life that resembled those of the saints. But here I was last Saturday morning, standing in my kitchen in yesterday’s clothes, staring at a sink full of dishes.

My beautifully planned morning quiet time had dissolved into chaos, and I felt that familiar weight of disappointment settling on my shoulders.

It was in that messy moment that the Holy Spirit whispered something profound: “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness” (2 Corinthians 12:9). What if the very habits I was striving for weren’t meant to showcase my strength, but to create space for His?

That realisation shifted everything.

I stopped chasing Instagram-worthy routines and started embracing simple daily habits that actually fit into real life. This was the kind of life where plans change, accidents happen, and some days you’re just trying to keep everyone fed and loved.

Over the past year, I’ve discovered that the most anchoring habits aren’t the complicated ones. They’re beautifully simple, deeply rooted in grace, and designed to keep us tethered to what matters most when life feels overwhelming.

Here are 10 simple habits that anchor my faith, my home, and my schedule.

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Do A Five-Minute Faith Check

Instead of guilting myself over a missed hour-long quiet time, I’ve learned to treasure five intentional minutes with Jesus.

Before I even get out of bed, I place my hand on my heart and simply ask, “Lord, how do You want to meet me today?” Sometimes it’s through a verse that comes to mind. Other times, it’s in the sunrise streaming through my curtains or the sound of my family stirring to life.

This simple faith practice has become my anchor. Psalm 5:3 says, “In the morning, Lord, you hear my voice; in the morning I lay my requests before you and wait expectantly.“

Notice it doesn’t specify how long, just that we come expectantly.

Try this: Set your phone to remind you for a five-minute faith check-in. Ask Jesus one simple question and listen.

No agenda, no pressure. Just presence.

“The goal isn’t to become a better Christian woman by sheer willpower. It’s to create rhythms that make space for the Holy Spirit to do what only He can do; transform us from the inside out, one ordinary moment at a time.”

Practice Evening Gratitude

At the end of each day, I write down three things I’m grateful for, but here’s the twist: one must be about something difficult that happened. This isn’t toxic positivity; it’s choosing to see God’s faithfulness even in hard moments.

Maybe I’m grateful that I felt the Holy Spirit’s peace helping me respond with patience instead of frustration during a massive problem.

These simple habits of gratitude and thankfulness have transformed how I view challenging days. Instead of ending with regret, I end with recognition of God’s grace woven throughout even the messiest moments.

Do A Sunday Soul Reset

Sunday evenings have become sacred in our home. After dinner, I spend twenty minutes doing what I call my “soul reset.” I review the week that’s passed, not to judge or critique, but to notice where God showed up.

Then I pray over the week ahead, asking the Holy Spirit to highlight what truly needs my attention.

I keep a simple journal where I write: “This week, I noticed God in…” and “This coming week, I want to be intentional about…” This practice keeps me rooted in purpose rather than just reacting to whatever comes my way.

Pray While Tidying Things Up

I used to view housework as a burden that kept me from more “spiritual” activities.

Now, I’ve turned simple daily tasks into opportunities for prayer. When I’m wiping down surfaces, I pray for the conversations that happen around our kitchen table.

When I’m folding laundry, I pray blessings over each family member whose clothes I’m handling.

This simple habit transforms mundane moments into holy ones. As Brother Lawrence wrote in “The Practice of the Presence of God,” we can find Jesus just as much in washing dishes as in grand acts of worship.

Try this: Choose one household task and pair it with a specific prayer focus. You’ll be amazed how this simple good habit makes ordinary moments feel sacred.

“These habits aren’t magic formulas; they’re invitations. Invitations to notice God’s presence in the everyday, to respond to His love with small acts of faithfulness, and to trust that He’s working even when, especially when, life feels chaotic.”

Prayerfully Set Boundaries

I’ve learned to start each week by prayerfully setting three boundaries, not restrictions, but loving limits that protect what God has called me to. Maybe it’s saying no to one social commitment so I can have margin for spontaneous family time.

Or perhaps it’s deciding not to check emails after 7 PM so I can be fully present with my husband.

Before setting these boundaries, I ask, “Jesus, what would love look like this week?” His answer guides my choices. This Jesus-centred approach to boundaries has brought such peace to my decision-making.

Do A Scripture Breath Prayer

Throughout my day, I come back to one simple verse that I’ve turned into a breath prayer.

Currently, it’s “Be still and know that I am God” (Psalm 46:10). On the inhale: “Be still and know…” On the exhale: “…that I am God.“

Whether I’m stuck in traffic, dealing with a difficult conversation, or feeling overwhelmed by my to-do list, this simple faith practice immediately centres my heart.

The beauty of breath prayers is that they require nothing except the breath God has already given you.

Do A Weekly Walk and Worship

Every week, I take a 15-minute walk whilst listening to worship music or a podcast that feeds my soul. I don’t take my phone for photos or distractions.

It’s just me, God, and the rhythm of my steps. These walks have become where I hear the Holy Spirit most clearly.

There’s something about moving my body whilst focusing on God that untangles the mental knots of the week. As I walk, I often find myself naturally transitioning from listening to music to simply talking with Jesus about whatever’s on my heart.

Practice Evening Phone Sabbath

An hour before bed, I put my phone in the kitchen and leave it there until morning. This simple life-changing daily habit creates space for connection with my husband, with a good book, or simply with my own thoughts without the constant ping of notifications.

During this phone Sabbath, I often find myself naturally gravitating towards prayer, reflection, or gentle activities that actually prepare my heart for rest.

“In repentance and rest is your salvation, in quietness and trust is your strength” (Isaiah 30:15).

Do Monday Morning Visioning

Monday mornings, I spend ten minutes asking God, “What story do You want to write through my week?” Instead of just planning tasks, I’m inviting the Holy Spirit into my intentions. Sometimes He highlights relationships that need attention.

Other times, He reminds me to build in rest or to prepare my heart for a challenging conversation.

This simple habit keeps me from operating on autopilot. Instead, I’m intentionally partnering with God in how I spend my days.

Review Your Month

At the end of each month, I have a gentle conversation with Jesus about how I’m doing.

I’m not doing this to beat myself up, but to celebrate growth and acknowledge areas where I need more of His grace. I ask: “Where did I see You working through me this month? Where do I need to extend more grace to myself?“

This isn’t about perfection; it’s about staying tender-hearted towards God’s ongoing work in my life.

Romans 8:1 reminds us, “Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.“

Living Anchored in Real Life

Here’s what I’ve learned about simple healthy habits: they’re not about adding more pressure to our already full lives. They’re about creating small, sacred spaces where God’s grace can meet us exactly where we are.

The goal isn’t to become a better Christian woman by sheer willpower.

It’s to create rhythms that make space for the Holy Spirit to do what only He can do. Only He can transform us from the inside out, one ordinary moment at a time.

These simple habits are invitations. Invitations to notice God’s presence in the everyday, to respond to His love with small acts of faithfulness, and to trust that He’s working even when, especially when, life feels chaotic.

I still have yoghurt-on-the-floor mornings. My calendar still sometimes feels overwhelming. But now I have anchors: simple, grace-filled practices that keep me tethered to what’s true when everything else feels uncertain.

The simple faith bible verse that has become my theme this year is from Micah 6:8. It reads “He has shown you, O mortal, what is good. And what does the Lord require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God.“

Walk humbly. Not perfectly, not flawlessly, but humbly, one small step at a time, held by His grace.

What’s one simple habit you could try this week that would create more space for God’s presence in your everyday moments?

I’d love to hear how the Holy Spirit is inviting you to anchor your days in Him. We’re all learning together in this beautiful, messy journey of faith.

With grace and hope,