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Gratitude Focus: I’m Grateful For The Discipline Of Time Management.

Written by Orvin Kimbrough | June 04, 2026

 

Reflection/Why I’m Grateful:

 Yesterday, I spoke with an intern who said, “I’m struggling with time management.” I told him—most people are. The truth is, managing time well isn’t something we’re born knowing how to do. It’s a learned discipline—shaped by awareness, maturity, and intention.

I shared a simple framework that’s helped me:
Spend some – on daily responsibilities.
Save some – for rest and reflection.
Invest some – in growth and relationships.

Scripture puts it this way:
“Be careful how you live—not as unwise but as wise, making the most of every opportunity.”  

(Ephesians 5:15–16)

Time is a gift. But like money, it can be wasted or wisely used. The key is remembering: not everything urgent is important—and not everything important screams for your attention.