Leaving God out of the equation is the last thing we should do, for our time should revolve around Him and what is on His schedule for us in our day. My husband has studied Greek and there are two Greek words for time. One is chronos, and that would be the time we measure on a clock, or the days and weeks on a calendar. But the other word is kairos, and means the right time, purposeful time that God fills with meaning. I think we all have had kairos moments when we just suddenly know we are to do something right now, like call someone or stop and do something that is crucial; later it all seems to fit together. We can see God’s hand and we get insight as to what He is doing. I love kairos moments and thank the Lord when they happen.
But we all can have more kairos moments, when we make time to be quiet and pay attention to what God wants us to do. Instead of rushing, we take time for some moments to be still, open and listen. Often when I do that, I find I suddenly receive ways to actually save time in my day by doing it God’s way. Our day often gets interrupted by company and sometimes I stress as to what I have to serve, especially when they come unexpectedly. But then a suggestion comes to mind like a light bulb, that gives me something simple that will work just fine. Let’s not use the excuse that we don’t have time for God, but give Him our best and let Him direct all of our day.
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