But have you used that as an excuse not to read your Bible or pray? Have you been shoving God aside so that you can get everything else accomplished? I am speaking from personal experience as I tell you girls (and guys!) this. It's hard to admit for me, but it's a convicting truth: I, as well as a lot of other people, don't have the Lord as our highest priority.
Is it true that we simply don't have enough time to fit earthly responsibilities and God into one day?
"I am the good shepherd; I know my sheep and my sheep know me"
John 10:14
"for the Lord is a God who knows, and by him deeds are weighed."
1 Samuel 2:3b
John 10:14
"for the Lord is a God who knows, and by him deeds are weighed."
1 Samuel 2:3b
The Lord knows us, His children, and he has given us all the time we need to accomplish what he wants...but not a second more. If you don't have time to do the most important thing--worship your Creator and Savior--then you are either not doing what he wants, or not being efficient with the time you have.
But what if everything you do is a necessity, and there's no way you can eliminate things to make way for God? First of all, the Lord is the number one necessity. Everything is a waste if you don't do it for Him.
Secondly, are you sure all you are doing is so important? It may be high on the priority list in your mind, but is it in the mind of God? After I realized I was having a time problem, I examined my actions and found that most of my time I squandered away in non-important things. Here are a few major trouble-shooting questions I asked my self.
1. Am I spending too much time on the computer? There's a really cute website that has hilarious captioned pictures of cats that I've found. Although a lot of the pictures are really funny, I find that whenever I'm on the computer, I automatically check that site to see if there's anything new to laugh at. It wastes a surprising amount of time.
2. Am I avoiding or sloppily rushing through my tasks? Getting it done poorly but quickly only means that you'll have to do it again. It's a short cut that is really longer.
3. Is what I'm doing the most important thing? Am I missing out on something even more crucial?
4. Is everything that I'm doing absolutely important and pleasing to the Lord, but I feel really rushed?
And here is how I fixed them:
1. Take an internet break for a couple days. I took one just recently, and I was amazed at how I got used to not spending time on the computer.
2. In everything you do, do it for the Lord. Try memorizing Bible verses about a thankful heart/good attitude when doing an unpleasant, menial chore like folding laundry. Always be cheerful and willing to help others. Also, don't procrastinate!
3. Carefully evaluate all that you're doing. Could you be doing something else that really needs to be done?
4. Consider a schedule change. This is a lot easier if you're home schooled, but even people who go to school can still mix around their chores and homework. Try getting up earlier to have quiet time with God. However, I wouldn't suggest staying up later to have it unless there's no other option.
I hope this helps anyone who has been struggling with the same issues as me!
In Christ,
Princess Izori
But what if everything you do is a necessity, and there's no way you can eliminate things to make way for God? First of all, the Lord is the number one necessity. Everything is a waste if you don't do it for Him.
Secondly, are you sure all you are doing is so important? It may be high on the priority list in your mind, but is it in the mind of God? After I realized I was having a time problem, I examined my actions and found that most of my time I squandered away in non-important things. Here are a few major trouble-shooting questions I asked my self.
1. Am I spending too much time on the computer? There's a really cute website that has hilarious captioned pictures of cats that I've found. Although a lot of the pictures are really funny, I find that whenever I'm on the computer, I automatically check that site to see if there's anything new to laugh at. It wastes a surprising amount of time.
2. Am I avoiding or sloppily rushing through my tasks? Getting it done poorly but quickly only means that you'll have to do it again. It's a short cut that is really longer.
3. Is what I'm doing the most important thing? Am I missing out on something even more crucial?
4. Is everything that I'm doing absolutely important and pleasing to the Lord, but I feel really rushed?
And here is how I fixed them:
1. Take an internet break for a couple days. I took one just recently, and I was amazed at how I got used to not spending time on the computer.
2. In everything you do, do it for the Lord. Try memorizing Bible verses about a thankful heart/good attitude when doing an unpleasant, menial chore like folding laundry. Always be cheerful and willing to help others. Also, don't procrastinate!
3. Carefully evaluate all that you're doing. Could you be doing something else that really needs to be done?
4. Consider a schedule change. This is a lot easier if you're home schooled, but even people who go to school can still mix around their chores and homework. Try getting up earlier to have quiet time with God. However, I wouldn't suggest staying up later to have it unless there's no other option.
I hope this helps anyone who has been struggling with the same issues as me!
In Christ,
Princess Izori
Thank you so much for this wonderful post,Princess Izori!!! I really needed this message.
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Miriam
Thank you so much for your tips!
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