Time of Your Life: Finding God's Rest in Your Busy Schedule

by Davis, Susie

• ISBN13: 9781581347524
• ISBN10: 1581347529
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2006-01-17
• Publisher: Good News Pub

Summary

Time is one of our most precious resources. Each day our calendars are packed with appointments and entertainments. To make ends meet, we cut corners, swapping substance for speed. At the end of the day, our busyness has produced very little fruit, and we are left feeling more frustrated and exhausted than the day before.The way we spend our time says a lot about what we value. What does your schedule say about the things that are most important to you? Is busyness a buffer to keep you from hearing God?It is in times of rest that we are able to quiet ourselves and listen for Godrs"s voice to teach and lead us in life-giving truth. The purpose of this book is to help you understand more about God and His design for your schedule and your life. His plans for you do not include utter exhaustion and a frazzled spirit. God has peace, rest, and a purpose in mind for you, no matter what your present circumstances may be. Each chapter includes "Time Out" questions for group discussion or personal use."This book is a timely reminder of the dangers that flow from a breathless lifestyle. Susie candidly presents insights for those who struggle with illusive time management." -Jackie Kendall, best-selling author ofLady in Waiting"I count it an honor to endorse Susie Davisrs"s debut book,The Time of Your Life. Susie tackles a topic that plagues a majority of Christian women, myself included. Her transparent and authentic writing style makes the book a pleasure to read from start to finish!" -Vicki Courtney, founder of Virtuous Reality Ministries, national speaker, and best-selling author ofYour GirlandTeenVirtue"Susie Davis offers the most help with the nagging time issues Irs"ve ever received-by asking us to look not at the hours and minutes, but at ourselves. This book can be a life-changer." -Nancy Rue, author of the best-sellingLilyandSophieseries"If you are feeling overwhelmed and overloaded, then this book is for you! Susie Davis will give you permission to slow down and will inspire you to find the deeper rest that you long for." -Dr. Sam Adams, coauthor,Out of Control: Finding Peace for the Physically Exhausted and Spiritually Strung Out"This book is a must read for every woman frantically trying to look like grace under fire-more than just another self-help, ls"If I could only get more organizedrs" approach to managing our lives and the lives of our loved ones. The wisdom born in Susiers"s own life, delivered with her ls"letrs"s get realrs" enthusiasm, is the secret key you always knew existed and have been searching for." -Lisa Ryan, author; speaker; TV personality:InTouch with Charles Stanley,700 Club

Table of Contents

Acknowledgments	11	(2)
Introduction	13	(6)
PART ONE All the Time in the World: Rethinking Your Hectic Life . . . from God's Point of View
A Fresh Perspective: Why It's Not Really ``My Time''	19	(8)
Everyone Wants to Direct: Moving from Hurry to Holy	27	(6)
Insufficient Funds: The Solution to an Overdrawn Life	33	(6)
Patients: God's Prescription for Our Hurry Sickness	39	(8)
Moments That Matter: What God Wants Most from You	47	(6)
Divine Savings Time: Springing Forward with God's Energy Plan	53	(6)
Sabbath Deprivation Disorder: Why God Commands Us to Rest	59	(10)
PART TWO The Truth About You: Making Peace with How God Made You . . . and Your Time
An Undivided Heart: Accepting---and Improving---the Real You	69	(6)
Take Care: Coming to Terms with Your Needs and Limitations	75	(6)
The Tempo of Truth: Living at Your Built-in Speed	81	(8)
The Proverbial Plate: Living at Your Best Capacity	89	(12)
PART THREE Time Traps: Avoiding Unhealthy Schedule Choices
Greenspanning: The Trap of Inappropriate Panic	101	(6)
Stupid Satan Tricks: The Trap of ``Time Deprivation''	107	(8)
Peer Pressure for Grown-ups: The Trap of People Pleasing	115	(6)
Maggots in the Manna: The Trap of Discontentment	121	(10)
Shortcuts: The Trap of Convenience	131	(8)
Running from the Truth: The Trap of Toxic Busyness	139	(6)
An Unseen Agenda: The Trap of Missing God's Appointments	145	(8)
PART FOUR The Time of Your Life: Clearing the Way for Joy
Do the Math: Getting Real About Your Schedule	153	(8)
Saying N-O: The Negative Path to Positive Joy	161	(8)
Saying Y-E-S: What God Can Do with an Open Heart	169	(8)
A Sabbath Habit: Building Rest and Balance into Your Family's Life	177	(8)
Afterword	185	(4)
Notes	189