During my recent period of turmoil I've learned a lot about redeeming time. In some ways I have looked to what I've devoted most of my time to and found that I've spent too much time on worldly things. It's hard not to when it seems as if there are a thousand different voices leading you in a thousand different directions. When I thought long and hard about all the time I've spent doing things that don't edify me or anyone else, I've tried to prioritize my time. It isn't easy. I know it hadn't been easy for me. I've had to learn to let go of some things that were dragging me down and take up others that would fill that void. I think that is my real problem, finding the right things to do....thereby redeeming my time.
Our church is currently going through a study of I Peter, and I am amazed by what I've learned so far from the first 10 verses! I learned that we are chosen by God to do his will. That means to me that we need to stop focusing on the "time wasters" such as the latest gossip, and start concentrating on his Word. It is a treasure trove of wisdom for those who would use it and share it with others.
If you are anything like me, the sharing part is hard because no one wants to hear, and you feel inadequate and pressured to conform to the world. I have used this blog to share what is in my heart. Yet sometimes I feel like I've exposed myself too much to those who would care less. I would hope, however, that someone would take these words to heart themselves and find some encouragement to keep going....and thereby redeem their time on Earth.
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