Very few events of significant importance occur in just over half an hour. However, in our clock-watching culture, life is measured in minutes. Minutes constitute hours, hours constitute days, days add up to weeks, weeks add up to months, and months combine to make a year. Followers of Jesus Christ can benefit from a look at those measures. We can use the various components as guides for our self-evaluation of how well we live our everyday, Ordinary Lives for Christ. We can use them, specifically, as markers of progress as we ask introspective questions.
- Did I really listen well to my spouse / friend / child over the last few minutes?
- During the last hour, did I treat others as I would like to be treated?
- Today, did I spend time praying?
- Today, have I read my Bible?
- Did I give my best at work this week?
- Did I make time for rest this week?
- Did I serve someone else this week?
- This month, have I actively engaged in church?
- Did I stick to healthy living this month?
- What did I accomplish last year?
- What have I accomplished so far this year?
- Have I grown in my relationship with God this year?
These are some of the near-countless helpful introspective questions one may ask.
When you finish reading that last sentence, go use the next 38 minutes well. (I don't suggest war!)
#ordinarylives
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