Every Moment Matters
“The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have life and have it abundantly.” – John 10:10
We’ve had the privilege of caring for our 18-month-old grandson for nearly two weeks. He’s a handful, but such a joy! In the midst of keeping him on schedule and managing all the “to-dos,” I didn’t realize I was allowing those tasks to steal the precious moments God had given me with him.
God used the simplest thing to open my eyes. One day, my grandson was outside with me, just staring at the ground. He pointed to the small rocks in the cement, speaking words I couldn’t quite understand. His smile was wide—he was in full discovery mode, completely absorbed in the moment.
Right then, I felt the Holy Spirit whisper to my heart: What are you learning in this moment? Your grandson is enjoying every second. He’s not worried about schedules—he’s focused on what he can discover and learn.
It struck me: When was the last time I slowed down long enough to simply enjoy where I was? I realized I’d allowed the busyness of my day to steal my most precious gift—my time. Satan is always looking for ways to do this, to rob us of the moments that matter most.
Our grandson has no concept of time. Every morning he wakes up eager to explore and play. And in that, I sensed the Holy Spirit reminding me: Jesus came so we could enjoy life to the fullest—abundantly. Every moment is an opportunity to discover more about who our Father is.
I remember when I worked an 8-to-5 job, I often heard people say, “I can’t wait for the weekend.” They were living for two days and missing out on the rest of the week. That’s one of Satan’s deceptions—convincing us that we do not have control over the bulk of our days, thereby stealing our time. In truth, our work is part of God’s calling, and He uses every assignment—every challenge, every ordinary moment—to help us grow and draw closer to Him.
We must remember: every single moment of the day is orchestrated by God. Whatever we’re facing, He is there—gently nudging our hearts back to Him.
Key Takeaways:
Your moments matter to God.
Satan seeks to steal your time.
Time is the most precious gift you have.
Affirmations: Matthew 10:20; Luke 24:32; Ephesians 6:19; Isaiah 55:11
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