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    How to Use Time Blocking to Reclaim Peace in a Hectic October

    October 6, 2025 /

    When the Days Start to Feel Too Full October often sneaks in like a rush of wind—school calendars in full swing, church events multiplying, early holiday plans beginning to hum in the background. Many of us feel our peace slipping through the cracks of our calendars. If that’s you, take a deep breath: “Come to Me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest” (Matthew 11:28).Time blocking isn’t another demand—it’s a way to open space for rest, prayer, and what truly matters. Why October Feels Overwhelming for So Many of Us The Seasonal Shift That Disrupts Our Routines October arrives with subtle but powerful changes.…

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    Biblical Time Management: A Practical Guide for Christian Women

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    Introduction: Why Time Management Matters to God Busyness is everywhere. Our calendars overflow, our phones never stop buzzing, and our minds rarely find rest. For many of us, time feels like sand slipping through our fingers — no matter how hard we try to hold onto it. But Scripture paints a different picture. Time isn’t something to conquer or control; it’s a gift. The psalmist prays, “Teach us to number our days, that we may gain a heart of wisdom” (Psalm 90:12). In other words, how we spend our hours reveals the posture of our hearts. Time management isn’t simply about productivity; it’s about stewardship, wisdom, and worship. This guide…

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    Sometimes the pressure of goal-setting feels heavier than the goals themselves. You want to make progress, to live with direction and purpose, but instead you find yourself staring at a long list that only stirs anxiety. As Christian women, the good news is this: God never asked us to build our lives on endless checklists. He calls us to walk in His ways, step by step, under His guidance. The Bible speaks not only about faith but also about how we order our days. Whether it’s work, family, finances, or health, Scripture reminds us that our goals are not just about what we achieve but who we’re becoming in Christ.…

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    There are seasons in life when everything feels like a top priority. You sit down with good intentions—to focus, to breathe, maybe even to rest—and your mind starts racing with unfinished tasks, upcoming deadlines, professional goals, and all those personal expectations you never quite crossed off yesterday. In these moments, it’s hard to know where to begin. That’s why learning how to prioritize goals is not just a productivity skill—it’s a lifeline for peace of mind. Without clear direction, even the most faithful goal setting can feel like chaos in disguise. Maybe you’ve tried to set goals, but you’re still overwhelmed. Maybe you’ve pursued new skills, mapped out your strategic priorities, or followed every planner and system—only to end…

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    Time management in the Bible isn’t about squeezing more into your day. It’s not about running faster, optimizing harder, or stacking tasks like building blocks until there’s no air left to breathe. It’s something deeper—quieter, even. A sacred rhythm that aligns your hours with heaven’s pace. Wondering if peace is only possible on the other side of “getting everything done.”? God never asked you to do it all. The Bible speaks often—quietly, but clearly—about time. And not in the way you might expect. It doesn’t shout about hustle. It invites you into order. Not just any order, but one that reflects God’s priorities, not the world’s pressure. Christian time management, then,…

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    There’s something unsettling about always feeling like you’re behind. Like no matter how early you get up or how many things you cross off the list, there’s still too much work left undone. I’ve sat in that tension more times than I’d like to admit—feeling like the day sprinted ahead without me, leaving only a fog of tasks and that familiar tightness in the chest. What I’ve learned, slowly and with a few stumbles, is that poor time management isn’t just about being disorganized. It’s often about trying to carry more than we’re meant to—saying yes when we should pause, chasing unrealistic timelines, or never stopping to ask if something is truly essential. This creates…

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    It’s easy to say “God is the most important thing in my life.” But—if we’re honest—our calendars often tell a different story. Between packed schedules, endless to-do lists, and the quiet fatigue of much serving, time with God tends to get pushed to the margins. I’ve been there. Mornings slip by while I juggle breakfast and work drop-offs, and by the time evening comes… my mind is tired and my heart scattered.But here’s the truth: spending time with God isn’t another task—it’s a lifeline. Like newborn babies crave milk, our soul thirsts for communion with the Heavenly Father. We were never meant to navigate different seasons of life without hearing the voice of God regularly. Scripture whispers this throughout its pages.…

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