Just joined a few minutes ago. I’ve joined forums before, but never stick around long. I’m hopeful this one is different. The ads though! Can’t afford to get rid of them, so I’m really not sure how long I’ll endure. But anyway, I was born into the Family of God in 1997. I am really just looking for some help getting into His Word everyday. My time isn’t my own, and it seems like whenever I commit to reading it, the distractions fall in on me like crazy. The demands for my attention and time don’t stop until I stop trying to read His word. I have tried praying it away, asking God to halt the demands, the distractions, but it just never stops. I tried getting up at 4:00 a.m. for a week, and seriously, I’m just not a morning person. I can’t hardly stay awake to read or study or pray. I feel defeated and sometimes even like He doesn’t really want me to get close. I know that’s a lie from the pit of hell, but sheesh, how do I get through this barrier? God bless you all my brothers and sisters.