Whole Life Worship: Time, Talent, & Treasure

As I reflect on this past Sunday’s message, I am reminded of the profound importance of worshiping God not just with our songs or beliefs, but with our very lives—especially with how we spend our time. It’s easy to get caught up in the busyness of life, rushing from one thing to the next, often neglecting the most precious gift God has given us: our time. I want to share some insights from that sermon, which I believe can help us all realign our hearts and lives toward intentional worship.

First, I emphasized that our days are numbered. We don’t know how much time we have, and that reality should inspire us to live wisely and intentionally. Psalm 90:12 urges us to “teach us to number our days,” so that we may gain a heart of wisdom. When we recognize our finite time, it prompts us to ask: Is how I’m spending my hours bringing glory to God? Or am I simply filling space with distractions?

Second, I shared how our culture promotes busyness and hurry as virtues, but these can be enemies of true worship. Corrie Ten Boom’s words resonate: “If the devil can’t make you sin, he’ll make you busy”. When we’re overwhelmed and rushing, we miss opportunities to be present with Jesus. Martha’s story in Luke 10:38-42 illustrates this well. Martha was busy preparing, while Mary chose to sit at Jesus’ feet and listen. Jesus affirms Mary’s choice, saying she’s chosen what’s better. Sometimes, we need to slow down, breathe, and simply be with Jesus.

Third, I highlighted the danger of “hurry sickness”—a chronic urgency that crowds out the Spirit’s fruit in our lives. Dallas Willard’s words are sobering: “Hurry is the greatest enemy of spiritual life in our day.” When we’re in a constant rush, patience, love, and peace suffer. We become irritable, restless, and disconnected from God’s presence. Recognizing this is the first step toward change.

So, how do we worship God with our time? It starts with self-awareness and intentionality. I encouraged everyone to do a “time audit”—to honestly look at how they’re spending their hours, including screen time, work, and leisure. Are these moments aligned with what truly matters? Are they opportunities to connect with God?

Practical steps include:
- Identifying non-negotiables that reflect your walk with Jesus.
- Subtracting distractions that pull you away from His presence.
- Creating sacred pauses—moments of quiet, prayer, and reflection throughout the day.
- Practicing Sabbath and solitude, following Jesus’ example of resting and being present with the Father.

Finally, I reminded everyone that worship isn’t just about a church hour; it’s about offering our entire schedule to God. Whether folding laundry, driving, or working, we can invite Jesus into those moments. Ordinary tasks become sacred when we acknowledge His presence and offer them as acts of worship.

In closing, I urged us all to be still and know that He is God. Let’s breathe deeply of His love and grace, and commit to redeeming our time for His glory. Because our lives are a gift, and every second can declare His worth.

May we go from here with renewed purpose—to worship God not just with our voices, but with our time, our attention, and our hearts. Let’s serve Him with our best, not our leftovers. And may the Holy Spirit guide us to live intentionally, so that our days reflect His goodness and grace.