The purpose of this book is to introduce you to a spiritual discipline that is both ancient and revolutionary.

It’s called the “Daily Office.” It provides a structured way of spending time with God each day, but it differs from what we tend to think of as “quiet time” or “devotions.” The Daily Office takes place at least twice a day, and it is not so much about turning to God to get something as it is turning to God to simply be with him. The goal of the Daily Office is to pay attention to God throughout the entire day and in the midst of our activities.

The book includes material to guide you through a forty-day journey of practicing the Daily Office. I’ve collected the days into eight weekly themes, with each theme based on the Emotionally Healthy Spirituality book and course. It provides a flexible structure for your time with God.

My hope is that you will adapt it to the unique needs and demands of this season in your life. Allow grace—not legalism—to be the foundation for your practice.

—Peter Scazzero