Make the most of every minute

"Pay careful attention then, to how you live - not as unwise people but as wise - 16 making the most of the time, because the days are evil." Ephesians 5:15-16 CSB 

Time is so important and, it is the one thing that we are running out of. None of us know how long we have left on this earth so, we need to make the most of every second. Don't waste your life. What opportunity is God giving you to maximise your potential? 

In other versions of the bible, it tells us that we need to be redeeming the time because the days are evil. To redeem means to buy back. Now we can't change the past - what we have done or not done but, we can certainly change things now and quickly. We need to take every opportunity that we are given. Once it is over, it is over.

We shouldn't be wasting time and opportunities by making the same choices we always make. What used to work may not work now, so be flexible. Don't be afraid to change routines but, be sure that God is in it. If He isn't, it is the biggest time-waster of all time. 

We need to understand what the Lord's will is (Eph 5:17). In the Amplified, it tells us straight: 'Therefore do not be foolish and thoughtless, but understand and firmly grasp what the will of the Lord is.' How do you do this? By asking Him and listening for His reply. He will answer you whether by that inner voice within, by scripture or another way. So be ready and don't make a move until it is confirmed by Him.

The devil can use people to distract us and swallow up our time. Many of us have spent much time with someone who will not accept what we say about Jesus. They come up with question and argument throughout the conversation. While you are spending time with these, someone may be near you who genuinely wants to know about Jesus. Don't be hoodwinked. Just be polite and tell them that you will discuss this with them on another occasion. This happens a lot after a service where people require prayer or counsel. If you are wise, you can spot the people who just want to swallow up your time and cause wasted opportunities with someone else.

Some of us are afraid to say, 'I'm sorry but I can't help you at this time. Perhaps we could meet up another time.' To avoid wasting time and opportunity this needs to be said, so that you can help the ones that really want Jesus; the ones that have problems that only Jesus can help with and that time is right now. It may be too late later.

All of us need to realise that the clock is ticking. We shouldn't be putting off until tomorrow, what is important today. Tomorrow may not happen for some.

If you don't know Jesus or, have fallen away, why not say this prayer right now:

'Lord Jesus, I have sinned and I ask you to forgive me and be my Lord and Saviour. Please come into my heart, fill me with Your Spirit and give me a brand new start today.

In Jesus' Name. Amen'

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