Our yearly devotional booklet consists of English translations of some of our Spanish
messages. The applications have been changed to be suitable for Christians, while
our Spanish messages are targeted to non-Christians. Mondays through Saturdays you will find
a daily message below. If you've missed a day, click the corresponding date on the
calendar to the left to see the message for that day. If you would like to see the
actual Spanish message that is being broadcast today, visit
conciencia.net.
HOW
MUCH IS TIME WORTH?
I Peter 4:2/Psalm 90:12
It
is mounted on a massive base of gold and has one thousand seven hundred
twenty-eight pieces. It is adorned with rubies and diamonds and must be
wound every thirty hours. Its sole function, other than to please its
owner, is to mark the hours, minutes, and seconds as they tick by.
It
is the most expensive clock in the world. It was sold in Geneva, Switzerland
for $2,740,000. With commission and taxes the price exceeded three million
dollars.
This
clock along with its sale price provokes a question: How much is time
worth?
In
reality, it doesn't matter if time is measured with a three-million-dollar
clock, or by the sun, moon, and stars. Time is always the same for everyone.
From the most wealthy and opulent king, to the most simple and indigent
pauper, each person has exactly twenty-four hours each day. No one has
more, and no one has less.
But,
it's not the amount of time that is important, nor is it the price we
pay for a time piece. The important thing about time is how it is spent.
Setting our priorities in order gives our time more value and will give
us a sense of fulfillment as each day goes by.
What
are your priorities? How do you spend your time? In order to experience
deep satisfaction at the end of each day, consider the following.
First
and foremost, establish a strong and continual two-way communication with
God your Creator. This cannot be a sporadic relationship. It must be daily.
Secondly,
attempt to maintain an open, healthy, and peaceful relationship with your
family. These first two steps are very important and the basis for overall
happiness.
Third,
put your heart into your work. Work honorably, with dedication, and with
dignity. Then the fruit of your labor will produce not only your livelihood,
but also joy.
Fourth,
take time to rest. You need a break from the routine of daily life. Take
periodic vacations, and practice some kind of sport or hobby for total
peace and relaxation. Honor God's command to rest one day per week.
When
we submit our life completely to the Lordship of Jesus Christ, He enables
us to maintain our priorities in the correct order, and to spend our time
more effectively.
Radio
Aquarius FM has been carrying A MESSAGE TO THE CONSCIENCE since March
1985. Please pray for the predominantly unsaved audience of this secular
station.