Time

Well, it's hard to believe October is here already. Before I know it, it'll be Christmas, and I'll still be sitting here with nothing done in awe that it's Christmas. I'm such a procrastinator...it's really a terribly negative trait of mine. It's so funny how the Lord speaks to me sometimes. So here's what I'm talking about.

Just this morning, I had picked up "In Touch" magazine just to flip through it while my kids attempted to get their chores done. The very first page hit me with conviction. These were the verses the Lord screamed out at me....


Ephesians 5:15-17
"See then that ye walk circumspectly, not as fools, but as wise, redeeming the time, because the days are evil. Wherefore be ye not unwise, but understanding what the will of the Lord is."


NASB says "making the most of your time". I felt that twinge of conviction, but of course I ignored it and rationalized how I spent my time. I continued reading, flipping through the pages. I come to another article. Would you believe the exact same Scripture appeared in a totally different article???!


So now God really has my attention, and I'm really convicted about not using my time wisely. I've discovered lately especially with the "Believing God" Bible study, that I'm quite lazy. You see I believe we all, as children of God, want a deep-rooted relationship with Christ. However, it is something that must be pursued. That deep relationship with Him doesn't just happen. I mean how can we really believe God for something HUGE when we don't even meet with Him daily. I never realized how much He desired to meet with me. And then there are the days that I do meet with Him, but I don't...make sense. ~ It's just something else checked off the list. ~ And that how sometimes He still chooses to speak to me and honor my feeble attempts at seeking Him. What a Merciful & Gracious God we serve!


I often wondered how to fulfill Deuteronomy 6:5-9....
"And thou shalt love the LORD thy God with all thine heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy might. And these words, which I command thee this day, shall be in thine heart: And thou shalt teach them diligently unto thy children, and shalt talk of them when thou sittest in thine house, and when thou walkest by the way, and when thou liest down, and when thou risest up. And thou shalt bind them for a sign upon thine hand, and they shall be as frontlets between thine eyes. And thou shalt write them upon the posts of thy house, and on thy gates"

There is no way for me to teach my children that when it's not in my heart. How can I love Him with all my heart, my soul, & my might if I'm not spending quality time with Him each day and even throughout the day.


That same article goes on to say...
"Sometimes God wants us to do more than just ask Him for something: He wants us to look for the ways He's already at work in the situation and, often to take action. Our God is a God who can change lives, situations, hearts, and events. He often leads us to pray about things we honestly think are out of the question. But He has the power to do the impossible. He's a God who longs to hear from you and answer the prayers you offer today, tomorrow, and every day for the rest of your life."


Lord, may I never take You for granted. God forbid I see you as my equal...just Someone else to please. Father, forgive me for wasting the precious time You've blessed me with especially with my children. Lord, I'm asking that You take over my life...my home...my schedule...my "list"...and make them Yours. May You be the One to plan my days. Lord, help me to fall deeply in love with You so that I may love You with all my heart, my soul, & might...that I might live that so that my girls will know You. Thank You for Your mercy & grace....more than that, Lord, thank You for Your faithfulness.