The time to go from fear to faith is now. How is the right moment in time defined so you can operate in your purpose? The Greeks referred to time with two different words: chronos and kairos. Chronos is the chronology of days; it refers to time designations on a clock, calendar and other references associated with tracking increments of time. Kairos deals with specific, God-ordained times, sometimes called "the right time" or "appointed/due season." It's God's dimension, not constrained by past, present and future; a time when conditions are right for the accomplishment of a crucial action; the opportune and decisive moment (Gordon Atkinson).
These ancient references dating back to Greek Culture that are often referenced in the New Testament still influence us today. While chronos refers to time as a means of tracking our existence, Kairos defies this and demands we operate outside of the influences and constructs of measured time. Kairos encourages us to sieze moments, create opportunities, and view life in seasons – and not be limited by time.
Are you ready to operate in seasons, rather than minutes? Are you ready to operate in time as it relates to your destiny? Operating in Kairos builds our faith, because we're conscious of how our actions impact our destiny and those around us. When things appear to go wrong, a person who understands Kairos time realizes delays, unexpected changes and set-backs are opportunities. Have you ever been delayed only to discover something good came out of it?
Why is Kairos important?
1. It is the right moment, it is God's timing set in eternity that impacts our destiny. It goes beyond the clock.
2. You function optimally and are productive without being conscious of or even driven by "the clock." It allows us to work and use our gifts, knowing it will create opportunities we should act upon.
3. We work according to our purpose and the extras the come from it are a bonus. It takes us beyond working and being "on-the-clock."
Check out "The Right Moment Part 2" later this week and read more on how to live in Kairos moments.
PRAYER: Dear Lord, we thank you for the time you've given us to live and to operate in your time. We ask that you show us the difference in our lives when we operate in Kairos while living in within our time. Help us to be effective in all that we do as we go from fear to faith. Let our efforts not be in vain. We give You all the praise, glory and honor; and ask these things in Jesus' name. Amen.
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Sharon has a Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy. She combines her experience as an art director, understanding of healthy child development and therapeutic interventions to offer interactive art and talk therapy to clients. Sharon is a wife and mother who is passionate about family life and early childhood development and education. Sharon is known for her commitment to God, excellence and family; comedic wit and ability to empathize with others. "Love you to life!"
