“Don’t procrastinate--there’s no time to lose.” (Proverbs 6:4 MSG)
A friend of mine is battling cancer. He no longer takes his time or energy for granted. He doesn’t fill up his life with tons of activities or accomplishments. He consciously submits his days to God. There was a time when my friend was just as occupied by worldly things as the rest of us. The Lord has transformed him completely; in turn, he has influenced so many people around him to live by faith and dependence on the Lord.
Procrastination is the act of delaying what needs to be done till a later time. Many of us live under the assumption that we will have more time tomorrow than today. Opportunities are lost while we dawdle. Indecisiveness, a sign of unclear priorities, is another reason for postponement. Procrastinating about distractions, entertainment, and pleasure seeking is not as harmful as delaying what is essential and purposeful. That which leads to spiritual growth is more valuable than worldly gain.
Be conscious of the preciousness of every moment. Time, health, and energy are limited resources. Submit to God today. Do not delay. Do not waste grace. There is no limit to what God can accomplish through us when we consciously yield our lives to Him.
“I can't live my whole life wasting
All the grace that I know You've given
'Cause You made me for so much more than
Sittin' on the side lines
I don't wanna look back and wonder
If good enough could've been better
Everyday's a day that's borrowed
So, why am I waiting for tomorrow.”
(lyrics from “Waiting for Tomorrow” by Mandisa)
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