Jun. 9, 2009 - Don't Waste Your Time!
Time is very important. The true importance of it, however, is only seen by Christians. Sometimes we don't even see it.
Actually, it is not even the actual time that is important. It is what we do with that time that makes the time itself so sought after.
The Bible tells us, plain as day, that our time needs to be spent with eternal value.
See then that you walk circumspectly,
not as fools, but as wise,
redeeming the time,
because the days are evil.
Jesus tells a parable that talks about this subject.
Luke 12:16-21
Then He spoke a parable to them, saying:
"The ground of a certain rich man yielded plentifully.
And he thought within himself, saying, 'What shall I do, since I have no room to store my crops?'
So he said, 'I will do this: I will pull down my barns and build greater, and there I will store all my crops and my goods.
And I will say to my soul, "Soul, you have many goods laid up for many years; take your ease; eat, drink, and be merry."'
"But God said to him, 'You fool! This night your soul will be required of you; then whose will those things be which you have provided?'
"So is he who lays up treasure for himself, and is not rich toward God."
Movie stars only have their mind on things of this world. Vast amounts of time and money are spent on making them more beautiful, or comfortable, or happy.
Most teenagers are another group that waste copious amounts of time. Their entire life has been spent in wasting time. "You're only young once!", and, "Boys will be boys", are phrases that I hate, because they are so wrong! In history, kids our age were practically considered adults, and were mature and responsible.
Do Hard Things is all about this, and if you haven't already, I highly recommend that you read it. It is very inspirational in that it inspires the reader to do exactly what the title says.
I have been wasting my own time lately. I spend way to much time on the computer, hoping that I have a new e-mail, something interesting happened on Facebook, or maybe someone posted a new tweet. I check those over and over again, all day. Do you know how much time that wastes? I could be cleaning the house, crocheting, writing articles or my book, playing games with my family, or finding other ways I could bless and help those around me. I am not saying that there is anything wrong with e-mail, Facebook, or Twitter. There is something wrong if you think it is the only thing worth your time.
One way I am choosing to not waste my time this summer, is to read books that will hopefully help me to grow spiritually and mentally. It is a really exciting list, so you should check it out!
Time is precious. I only have so much time on this earth. Do I want it to vanish, like a passing breath of wind, or do I want my time to count for something? Do I want to be "rich toward God", or have only earthly treasures? Do I want instant pleasure, or eternal bliss?
Copyright 2009 Defective Compositions
Comments
Jun. 9, 2009 - Hi!
Posted by JessLBee
I love that book! It is so convicting and so true!!!
~Jess
Jun. 10, 2009 - Untitled Comment
Posted by lexi
You need to read the book "Shopping for Time" It is so good!!
Jun. 10, 2009 - Untitled Comment
Posted by alizona
Very true. Although, sometimes I wonder what else I should be doing that would really be worth it. Go play my violin again, again, again, again? :o) I mean, yes, it's good to get better at it, but there must be something more important than music practice... I know there are other things, but I do have a lazy streak, too. *blush*
Wouldn't you know, as soon as I said I wouldn't be posting for a while, I got to thinking about things I could post about! Oh, well, a break would be nice for a while. When I get back to it I can post about scented lotion. LOL! I'll still be around HSB, leaving comments and keeping up with my friends in the mean time.
Thanks for all your cheerful comments!
Alison
Jun. 11, 2009 - Untitled Comment
Posted by narnialover95
I just wanted to say thanks for helping me with the question I asked, I really appreciate it!
God Bless,
Taylor
Jun. 11, 2009 - Untitled Comment
Posted by magg93
Great post!
Yes, a good quality microscope certainly helps. I am glad you enjoyed Biology, for I have heard good reviews and bad. Some people think it too time consuming, but hey, that's part of learning. So I am definitely looking forward to Biology. I would start tomorrow if I could:)
Have a Great Day!
http:www.painterofwords.com
visited 10 states (20%)
Create your own visited map of The United States
