Time is a gift...We have all heard that saying, and honestly, the older I get, the more I believe it to be true. My time can be spread so thin one day and be empty the next. The concept of how I use my time can ultimately lead to anxiety and stress.
I cannot even begin to tell you all the things I want to do. I have a list in the notes section of my phone with ideas for potential journal/book titles, business concepts, and even painting ideas. My mind circles around the thought of, when will it ever get done?
I get wrapped up in the idea that I must create
things by a specific time, or the value of its beauty will not mean as much. As
if the creativity or the idea behind it will vanish if I do not seize the
opportunity in that exact moment.
With that said, I pray that I can use my time and the skills God has blessed me with to pursue these tasks, goals, and achievements. It will just take time.
I believe that the one thing that has encouraged me to pursue these goals or to put them aside, for the time being, is that I am not creating my own plan. What I mean is God's plan is the best plan. His plan for my life may not include these accomplishments or goals in the present. Yet I know that if I focus on Him regardless of the circumstances, He will show me a clear picture of the perfect plan He has for my life.
I can say this and still struggle with how I use my time. However, I can still put my hopes, desires, and ideas in God's hands, and He will guide me in the right direction.
So, if you are
like me and are struggling with wanting to do so much in such little time, I
will challenge you with these two questions. With the time you do have, who are
you pursuing every day? And if you could do one thing from your
"list" right now, what are the steps it would take to
accomplish it?
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