Posted on 06/18/2010 6:59:19 PM PDT by Patriot1259
“But your hearts must be fully committed to the Lord our God, to live by his decrees and obey his commands, as at this time.” 1 Kings 8:61 (NIV)
I am in the latter half of my fifth decade. Recently, I told a friend that even if I had several hundred years to live, I would never be able to reach all of the goals that I have set for myself. I realize, however, that my goals may not be the same as God’s plans for my life, and I’m okay with that.
The following poem, often recited by Dr. Benjamin Elijah Mays, is about squeezing value out of the time God has given each of us. We often forget, however, that our time on earth is a gift from our Heavenly Father. It is for our use, but it is limited to the number of days we live.
I've only just a minute, Only sixty seconds in it. Forced upon me, can't refuse it, Didn't seek it, didn't choose it, But it's up to me to use it. I must suffer if I lose it, Give an account if I abuse it, Just a tiny little minute, But eternity is in it.
(Excerpt) Read more at thecypresstimes.com ...
Why have you set so many goals for yourself, that you know you will never achieve them? Doesn’t that lead to a very frustrating and essentially failed life?
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