Redeeming the Time
“See then that you walk circumspectly, not as fools, but as wise,redeeming the time, because the days are evil.Wherefore be you not unwise, but understanding what the will of the Lord is.” Ephesians 5:15-17.
The way you use your time reveals-
– your values, priorities, and beliefs about what is true and worthwhile.
As a good steward of this fleeting gift-
– you can make the most of your time by . . .
• Receiving Christ as your personal Saviour.
Any portion of life spent outside of God’s will is wasted time.
The only way you will ever reach your true potential and experience genuine peace and prosperity is by personally knowing the One who created you.
• Requesting Him to organise your time.
The greatest timesaver is prayer.
As you seek God’s mind concerning your schedule or decisions-
– prayer acts like a compass in your life.
With respect to time and energy, no one has ever been more efficient than Jesus Christ.
He consistently recognized that the most valuable way He could use His time was-
– to find a solitary place and commune with the Father.
• Realizing God’s plan for your life and walking daily in His will.
A believer who knowingly disobeys the Lord will be miserable and ineffective.
There is no way to maximize your effectiveness if you are struggling against God or have become so hardened to His voice that you no longer hear Him.
• Recording a mission statement for your life.
As the Creator, God knows the plans He has for you.
So ask about His desires, and then take the time to summarize how you intend to use the remainder of your earthly days.
If you stick to the plan God has helped you set-
– you will find that your time will be invested rather than simply “spent.”
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