From Charlie Gray

It’s that time of year that many are planning trips and vacations. Touching base with participants, comparing schedules and trying to identify common ground. Life is a busy and packed endeavor. For me, even being retired, it seems the less I have to do, the less time I have to do it. Time is a precious commodity.

As followers of Jesus, we are encouraged to make the best use of our time here in this world. Timeless eternity awaits us but our earthly time is limited. Scripture warns of useless activities and meaningless pursuits. We are directed to use wisdom in our discernment and prioritization in organizing and comprising our schedules. Our time is truly a gift from God.

How we spend our time should never be taken for granted. Whatever you are planning for tomorrow, realize that you are trading a day of your life for that time. It’s important to squeeze every ounce of life you can out of your schedule. But also realize we all need time alone and plenty of space on our calendars to do nothing. Life, and all it brings, can wear you out but time waits for no one.

Yesterday is gone with only memories in its wake. Yesterday never returns so ensure you have no regrets in the way you spent it. Tomorrow is a new day, plan wisely and enjoy every minute. Spend your time in ways that bring JOY for you and the ones you love.