Your time is infinite (and why that's good news)

It is common in business circles (and even within the Church) to hear the mantra "time is our most valuable, non-renewable resource." We're told to leverage it, maximize it, and guard it fiercely. The idea is that with more money and better systems, we can free up our time for higher-impact tasks and more meaningful pursuits.

But what if this foundational belief is flawed from a Christian standpoint? As believers, our relationship with time isn't one of scarcity, but of eternal abundance. This shift in perspective changes everything.

The myth of scarcity: why our time is infinite

As a Christian, my time is actually infinite. Whether I die today or in 60 years it makes no difference because I’m already living forever. I live forever in the realm of God. The only difference is that my reality today is worse than my eternal reality. When I enter the gates of Heaven, I will live a far greater existence than what I’m getting now.

This thought process would worry some because they think that since we only have a limited time here, we must do all we can to make the greatest impact possible. But I view it the opposite way.

How an eternal perspective changes daily life

Embracing the reality of our infinite time in Christ allows us to move from a mindset of frantic hustle to one of peaceful, purposeful service.

From rushing to resting: overcoming Christian hustle culture

The pressure to "do more for God" can lead to a life of weariness and burnout. But when we understand our eternal destiny, the burden of impact is lifted. Whether or not I make a tremendous impact in my community, I can still serve my Father daily, and He will be the One making the greater impact—renewing His creation.

So what does this mean for my day-to-day? As long as I’m serving the Lord in what I do, I think I’m doing pretty alright.

This leads to the most important question: what is God calling me to do today?

What does the Bible say about being busy?

“Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink; or about your body, what you will wear. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothes? Look at the birds of the air; they do not sow or reap or store away in barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much more valuable than they? Can any one of you by worrying add a single hour to your life?

And why do you worry about clothes? See how the flowers of the field grow. They do not labor or spin. Yet I tell you that not even Solomon in all his splendor was dressed like one of these. If that is how God clothes the grass of the field, which is here today and tomorrow is thrown into the fire, will he not much more clothe you—you of little faith?

So do not worry, saying, ‘What shall we eat?’ or ‘What shall we drink?’ or ‘What shall we wear?’ For the pagans run after all these things, and your heavenly Father knows that you need them. But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well. Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own."

- Matthew 6:25-34

We are not called to rush and live weary lives, constantly killing ourselves for the betterment of others, but to live lives that are full, constantly serving the Father. Does that mean that there are times where we need to act quickly or to make decisions on a tight schedule? Absolutely. That’s merely the consequence of living in a broken world.

But largely, we are to be rested beings. Every time Jesus performed miracles, He stepped away before and after to rest and connect with the Father. We are called to follow His example: to withdraw, to rest, and to live presently.

How to serve God daily: a practical guide

Serving God isn't just about grand gestures; it's about faithfulness in the small, everyday acts of stewardship and love.

Stewarding your body: a temple for the Holy Spirit

Caring for the physical body God has given you is a primary act of service. Practically, that means nourishing your body, which looks like:

• Sleeping the proper amount

• Eating well—not too much or too little

• Drinking enough water

• Stretching your muscles and exercising

Nourishing your spirit: how to rest in God daily

To serve from a full cup, you must first be filled. Nourishing your spirit looks like:

• Sitting in prayer with our Father

• Reading His word

• Being in community with others who know Him

Caring for your mind: finding stillness in a noisy world

In an age of information overload, caring for your mind means choosing what you consume. This looks like:

• Spending less time being filled by the world and instead being filled by the Holy Spirit

• Sitting in stillness

• Learning to be comfortable in the present moment

Serving others from a place of abundance

When we are rested in body, mind, and spirit, we can truly serve those God has placed in our path.

Serving in your work and community

Practically serving others means providing the best service you can for your current clients and finding new clients to serve. It also means being ready to lay your life down for another in any circumstance that may arise, such as giving space for prayer or releasing something you hold dear for the betterment of another.

Serving your family: the language of love

Serving your family often looks like entering into their love language. For example, my wife is a physical touch person, so having moments to hold her and be close physically is important. My father is an acts of service person, so he would love to receive a kind gesture.

This whole idea of infinite time is not new or novelty, but I believe that it is the will of God.

Live like there is always tomorrow

Friends, time is infinite, which means there is no need to rush. We can avoid the hurry by living this way—a life that is full, not frantic.