Where did the day go!

Is there ever enough time in the day?   

How are we supposed to fit everything in?

​Juggling work, family, social commitments, and personal goals. it seems to be part of our culture to just cope with it.    And somehow, if we can't manage it, it suggests to others, and ourselves, that we are not able to cope.  

​How do we view our day?   What is truly important in our lives?  I think this is the starting point to turn this around.

With technology supposed to make time-saving easier than ever, we often use that saved time to simply add more to our task lists.

This is so normal, in fact so normal that Matthew recorded what Jesus taught about it:

"But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well. Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.".       6:33-34

It's hard to think that Jesus understands us.   In all areas of our life he does!

He tells us that feeling overwhelmed is often reflected in the fact we spend so much time  by looking forward and missing the moment of now.

All I can see at the moment is the 125 exam papers that need to be marked by the impending deadline, while planning lessons, covering for absent staff.    

It then overwhelms me even more when I think that my list is all about me and my work and not about my children or wife!     When did we let this become how we define ourselves?

So what am I going to do about it?

​Focus on the Most Important Thing: "Seek first his kingdom..." Set a spiritual priority above all else. When you prioritise what truly matters (your core values, faith, character), the stress of trying to fit everything else in often diminishes or becomes focussed.

​Living in the Present: "...do not worry about tomorrow..." is a powerful directive against the anxiety that stems from mentally carrying the burdens of the future. It encourages focusing your energy and time on the tasks of this one day.

​The Sufficiency of the Day: The phrase "Each day has enough trouble of its own" is a practical reminder that the limit of one day (24 hours) is exactly what you need to focus on right now. You aren't meant to solve a week's worth of problems in one afternoon.

I like to start my day in prayer, just dedicating my whole day to the guidance of the Holy Spirit.

I then get to work and start my working day in prayer.     

Lord, help me to focus this day.    

Help see through the clutter, and focus on my purpose.

Walk with me, strengthen me, and carry me when I need it.

Guide my thoughts to align with yours, 

guide my words to speak your truth, 

and set my heart on fire with your love, 

Amen.