Monday, February 18, 2013

The Right Moment Part 3






Understanding the right time to take action is the key to walking in destiny, in Kairos time. 
There are many different types of times scholars throughout history refer to that date back to ancient times. How this helps us today is, it teaches us what we can ask for and empowers us to set expectations. Understanding the different types of set time allows us to better utilize and perceive time as it relates to our purpose in life. It also motivate us in our day-to-day time management. 

Waste no day, each one is precious. You were called for this time. Even in times of loss, please understand that despair and grief have an end date. Understanding 'Set Times' allows us look at the long-term destiny of our lives without becoming overwhelmed in our current state. It also enables us to maintain a healthy perspective in the process. To live by "Set Time," we must pray and have a connection with God so we can understand His overall will for our lives rather than His will for only our current season. Here are a few examples of "Set Kinds of Time" that were submitted by a reader in comments on "The Right Moment Part 2."

Set kinds of time
Eukairos (noun) – A convenient or opportune time. A good opportunity.
Hemera (noun) – Set day; the interval between sunrise and sunset. 
Qatsiyr (noun) – Process of harvesting crop, what is harvested or reaped. 
Yaad (verb) – To appoint; (noun) an appointed time to meet. 

Benefits of understanding time and seasons 
1. Helps us to prepare accordingly and with wisdom for the next season of our lives.

 
2. Builds patience and endurance because we know our situation has a beginning and must have an end. We are able to plan and live our lives without becoming engrossed with what seems impossible. (Psalm 30:5)
3. Reduces stress, it destroys our fears and anxiety about problems we face in our lives and allows us to rest. 
We can live with a holistic view and understanding that imperfect moments and difficult seasons are not going to overtake us. (Philippians 4:11)
4. Positions us for success by motivating us to take advantage of the season we're in and use the favor we're experiencing during that time. 

PRAYER: Dear Lord, we thank you for establishing "Set Times" in our lives. Help us to walk according to the purpose you have for us. Bring us into alignment with the seasons you've established for us, help us submit to you and surrender our will and worries over as well. Help us not to be confused or discouraged by those who may misunderstand or even walk away from us as we become who you have created us to be. We thank you again for your blessings upon our lives. We give you all the glory for it. For yours is the kingdom, power and glory in Jesus' name, Amen.


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About the author
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!"