Time

Look therefore carefully how ye walk, not as unwise, but as wise; redeeming the time, because the days are evil. (Ephesians 5:15-16)

Recently I heard someone say "I've only ten more years to retirement." This individual clearly hoped that the years would quickly pass. Assessing too highly an unknown future we can sometimes fail to cherish the moments we have. Time is a valuable gift from God, relatively short (James 4:14), and we'll never know the status of our account until all our minutes are gone. Beloved, seize the opportunity today by buying back time from your normal activities and use it to share the gospel, pursue good works, and encourage the saints. It will pay dividends now and for all eternity.
- George Ferrier

Only this hour is mine, Lord- May it be used for Thee;
May every passing moment count for eternity.
- Avis B. Christiansen

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