Making Time for What Matters Most

Conversation at my house a few weeks ago...

"Sara Ellen, can you please bring me that?" 

"No Mommy. I am too busy right now."

When does a 2 year old become too busy? I know that kids watch everything you do as well as listen to what you say. Just not sure I am ready for it! The first time Sara said this to me it was a total wake up call. And yes she has said it many times since then.

After this conversation it made me stop and think why am I so busy all the time? Am I paying attention to the things that really matter? 10 years from now will I remember that one errand I just had to get done today? Or that email I just had to send? What are my priorities?

This was just the first step in God's plan for me to start paying attention to my priorities. Last week I read an article in Awake (Jehovah's Witness magazine) that discussed this very thing.

Consider what Jesus foretold about our hurried times. He said that as this system nears its end and God's righteous new world draws near, his disciples would be busy. Doing what? Preaching this good news of God's kingdom. Jesus also said that the majority of the people would be too busy to listen. They would be preoccupied with the ordinary matters of life. He added that those who are too busy to take note of the message would suffer destruction. Matthew 24:14, 37-39; Luke 17:28;-30

I have never really stopped to read the brochures the Jehovah's witnesses put under the doors, but again all part of God's plan. Another reminder that I should have my priorities in line: my relationship with Jesus Christ, my husband, my kids, helping others...And make sure that they are in that order!

Confession...this is a huge struggle for me right now. Next time you see me running around crazy remind me of what matters most and to quit being so BUSY! 

Saranda