What you will need: A Bible or your Bible app, a notebook, pen, and highlighter. The verses highlighted below are linked so that you can easily access them during your study time.
Jump Start
1. Are you typically late or early for appointments or events? Why do you think that is?
2. Read Psalms 90:12, James 4:13-14, and Romans 14:12. Why do we need to “number our days”? What encouragement do you see? What deterrent or warning? How does this ensure we will spend our time here on earth—each day—wisely?
3. Read Ephesians 5:15-17 and Ecclesiastes 2:9-11. List what is important (according to Ephesians) and what is unimportant (according to King Solomon in Ecclesiastes). Consider this question: Will this matter in 100 years?
4. Prioritize connection with God. Read John 15:5 and Mark 1:35-38. Jesus Himself taught and modeled remaining connected to God. How did He personally do this? How does He tell us to stay connected?
5. Prioritize being present with family. Read 1 Timothy 5:8, Proverbs 10:1, Matthew 5:22, and Ephesians 6:2,4. What types of positive or negative actions do you see in these verses? Are you “present” when you are with your family? As you read these different verses about dealing with different family members, allow God to nudge your spirit. Are any of your close relatives hurt, offended, feeling neglected, or struggling? When is the last time you connected spiritually or emotionally with that family member? Is there something that God would have you do in that situation or change in your life?
6. Prioritize serving others. Read Philippians 2:2-4, 1 Corinthians 10:24, and Matthew 23:11. How often do you use the excuse, “I’m too busy” or “I don’t have time”? Would you be willing to admit you are selfish with your time? Or are you daily, frequently, prioritizing your day to be looking for someone to serve or to help? Are you frequently inconveniencing yourself for others? Why is serving others part of your eternal legacy?