Quotes about Time

The sun stood still and the moon stopped, until the nation took vengeance on its enemies. Joshua 10:13

Instead, he is under guardians and stewards until the time set by his father. Galatians 4:2

Patience to wait does not come from suffering long for what we lack but from sitting long in what we have.

God can use our tongues to bring about stunning results, whether immediately or over time. He is not, however, likely to regularly infuse an instrument that is also employed for opposing purposes. In other words, the wrong use of the instrument can dramatically hinder its effectiveness with the right use.

Until the ultimate relationship arrives, let your mirror image be the face of Christ. Your bridal portrait is being painted one day at a time.

Time by itself does nothing but grow us old. It's what we do with time that makes all the difference. We often say, "Time heals," yet I've known just as many that time embittered. Only God heals. Only God restores. Only God effectively prepares, teaches, equips, and matures. But you can count on Him to use the test tube of time in which to accomplish it.

We must not get tired of doing good, for we will reap at the proper time if we don't give up. Galatians 6:9

At times God is too close for us to see. We lose sight of how He's working until months or years later, when we're able to step back and gain a broader perspective. I frequently think about Moses pleading with God to show him His glory. God knew Moses couldn't handle what he was requesting, so He told him He'd hide him in the crevice of a rock and cover him with His hand while His glory passed by.

Nothing concerns me other than my time. That is my only concern. I don't pay any attention to the rest. I run after time. If that improves, the gold, silver, etc. will follow.

The most pernicious aspect of procrastination is that it can become a habit. We don't just put off our lives today; we put them off till our deathbed.

The most pernicious aspect of procrastination is that it can become a habit. We don't just put off our lives today; we put them off till our deathbed.

I'm keenly aware of the Principle of Priority, which states (a) you must know the difference between what is urgent and what is important, and (b) you must do what's important first.