I have to make a confession. In general, I don’t use my time well. I have those burst of organization and time well used that last a few weeks or perhaps a couple of months, but in general, the course of my life reveals a poor use of time. It would be easy to blame it on the overwhelming demands of a million calls on my attention, but it really comes down to this fact. I lack discipline, which I define as the ability to focus on the most important things needed to accomplish the most eternal objectives while avoiding distractions. The problem is that I enjoy the distractions and the escape. I am self-centered and in the guise of needing down time or time to recharge my batteries, I can escape into my own little world and do very little of eternal significance.
C.J. Mahaney has written a great series of post on his blog about redeeming the time. I found it very helpful and the links are below.
Are You Busy?
Confessions of a Busy Procrastinator
The Procrastinator Within
Just Do It
In All Thy Ways
The Sluggard
Time. Redeemed.
Roles, Goals, Scheduling
Roles (Part 1)
Roles (Part 2)
These posts have been very helpful in getting me pointed in the right direction. I hope they help anyone who sees this post as well.
Thanks for your transparency. May God strengthen you to overcome the temptations to escape.
Stay encouraged and focused,
David Zook
http://www.p4cs.wordpress.com
A Physical for the Christian Soul
David,
Thanks for the prayer and encouragement. May you have a blessed week.