"What's God been doing during your 'book-fast'?"

I have been asked this question several times since my stated 2011 resolution to read less; and to practice more of what I have already read. Here is what I have been experiencing the first four weeks of the resolution...

• Less talking and commenting back; more listening to what people are actually saying in their conversations with me.
• Back to the Bible. Even though I love to read, since I pledged not to read man-written books for a year, I am finding myself in the God-written book much, much more.
• As a result of being in the God-written book more, a new and clearer understanding of God's will is developing.
• Relaxation in the work of the kingdom. Ministries seem to be finding me instead of me wondering, "What should I be doing next?"
• Simplification of life.

So, there it is: God's workings in my life in 2011 so far. May not sound very exciting or exhilarating; but for me, it is calming, refreshing, and relaxing.