Let the melody guide you to reflect on God’s perspective for your time. Seek His wisdom to prioritize what truly matters and align your choices with His will.
See then that you walk circumspectly, not as fools but as wise, redeeming the time, because the days are evil.
— Ephesians 5:15–16
These days we are bombarded with opportunities that entice us to invest our time and energy. Each day the voices of urgency cry out for every available moment. So many causes promise that time spent on them will reap great rewards; how can we recognize God's voice among so many competing voices?
A fool makes unwise choices with his time. With every new opportunity that comes along, the fool chases off in a different direction, not questioning whether that is the best choice. The loudest voice gains his attention. At some point the fool discovers to his dismay that he has squandered the investment of his time.
The days in which you live are evil. Marriages are under tremendous pressure; families are disintegrating. Multitudes are dying each year without hearing the gospel of Jesus Christ. Investing your life wisely is critical to you and to those around you. Foolishly spending your time in sinful or wasteful pursuits can cost you and others dearly. Often, it is not evil pursuits that rob your time. Rather, the temptation is to sacrifice what is best for what is good. The enemy knows that blatantly tempting you with evil will be obvious, so he will lure you with distractions, leaving you no time to carry out God's will. He will tempt you to so fill your schedule with good things that you have no time for God's best. You may inadvertently substitute religious activity for God's will, pursuing your own goals for God's kingdom instead of waiting for His assignment. Time is a precious commodity. Be sure to invest it wisely.
From Experiencing God Daily Devotionals (c) 1998 by Henry Blackaby and Richard Blackaby
Meditate the Word.
🌱 Am I using my time to pursue God’s best or simply what is good?
Evaluate whether your activities reflect God’s priorities or if you’ve been distracted by things that, while good, may not be His will.
🌱 Do I pause to seek God’s guidance before filling my schedule?
Consider how often you involve God in your planning versus reacting to the loudest or most urgent demands of the day.
🌱 How can I better align my time with God’s purposes?
Think about what adjustments you can make to ensure your time is invested in eternal things rather than fleeting pursuits.
Time is one of the most valuable gifts God has given you. The enemy seeks to distract you, not always with evil but often with lesser things. Redeem the time by focusing on God’s priorities, and you will live a life of eternal impact.
Today, walk with intention. Redeem the time by seeking God’s wisdom, and let every moment reflect His purpose in your life.
The best use of life is to spend it on something that outlasts it.
Heavenly Father, thank You for the gift of time. Help me to use it wisely, aligning my choices with Your will. Teach me to discern what is best and to prioritize Your purposes above all else. Guard my heart against distractions and give me the focus to invest my time in things that bring You glory and have eternal value. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
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