One reason we are so harried and hurried is that we make yesterday and tomorrow our business, when all that legitimately concerns us is today. If we really have too much to do, there are some items on the agenda which God did not put there. Let us submit the list to Him and ask Him to indicate which items we must delete. There is always time to do the will of God. If we are too busy to do that, we are too busy.
In her book "Secure in the Everlasting Arms," Elisabeth Elliot discusses the importance of focusing on the present moment rather than getting overwhelmed by past and future concerns. She suggests that our hectic lives often stem from prioritizing things that may not truly matter, leading us to feel hurried and stressed. By recognizing that only today holds legitimate importance, we can alleviate some of that pressure.
Elliot encourages readers to evaluate their responsibilities by bringing their agenda to God for guidance. If we find ourselves too busy to fulfill God's will, it indicates that we have taken on too much. By seeking divine direction, we can identify which tasks are essential and simplify our lives to allow time for what truly matters, ultimately finding peace and purpose in the present.
Rate the Quote
User Reviews
Other quotes in book quote
All the things you can talk about in anyone's work are the things that are least important.
Race of Cain, ascend to heaven, And cast God down upon the earth!
