Meditation and discipline

But they delight in the law of the LORD, meditating on it day and night.
(Psa 1:2 NLT)

Those who are strong in faith have something in common, they know God’s Word and they allow what is inside it to refresh their battle weary soul each hour of the day. They do not look to the left or the right but keep God’s Word in focus as they face each new situation.

They are like trees planted along the riverbank, bearing fruit each season. Their leaves never wither, and they prosper in all they do.
(Psa 1:3 NLT)

It should be no surprise with each passing day God’s Holy Spirit continues to draw you towards His Word but the flesh is strong and it will resist because in spending more time learning about God you will be called to consider others first and yourself last, following Jesus’ example. The flesh does not give in easily but it is yours to control. If you starve your spirit by not reading God’s Word, praying, meditating, and worship then that which you are meant to control will control you.

Doing what is right does not come natural, successfully surrendering your will for God’s in your life does not just happen but it takes discipline to obey and faith to listen.

Fear of the LORD is the foundation of true knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and discipline. My child, listen when your father corrects you. Don't neglect your mother's instruction. What you learn from them will crown you with grace and be a chain of honor around your neck.
(Pro 1:7-9 NLT)

Solomon’s words are wise and true and good to remember as young people head off to college and back to school. God gave His Word to instruct and teach and He gave you parents to lead you in the ways of the Lord, do not reject their wisdom or experience, you only make things more difficult on yourselves and parents make sure that your instruction to your children is from God’s Word. Where much is given, much is required and if you instruct above all be consistent and know God’s Word.

The requirements for a good guide are reliability and accurate knowledge.
(1Co 4:2 MSG)

But someone who does not know, and then does something wrong, will be punished only lightly. When someone has been given much, much will be required in return; and when someone has been entrusted with much, even more will be required.
(Luk 12:48 NLT)