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When's the last time you took stock of your life? I'm not talking about the resolutions you made last month to diet and exercise. I'm talking about a realistic appraisal of your life … your future … your legacy.
It has been a while, hasn't it? Taking stock isn't easy. Sometimes it's downright scary. But we're called to be good stewards of all God gives us, including our days.
I was surprised to learn that financial advisors urge clients to plan for living to age 90. Do the math—for many of us, the years behind outnumber the years ahead. In short, it's high time we all came to terms with our futures. So today, will you take a moment to pull out of the fast lane and ask yourself a few hard questions? Here are three worth considering:
- Can I honestly say I'm in the nucleus of God's will?
- Is my life leading toward a satisfying and meaningful future?
- In light of eternity, am I making consistent investments in God's glory and His cause?
Stretching beyond our comfort zones in order to participate in something larger than our own lives is never easy but that has been part of the Insight for Living Canada story. Almost 30 years ago a small group of believers made the commitment to reach Canadians with the wonderful news of the Saviour. That commitment to God's Word led them to bring the teaching ministry of Chuck Swindoll to Canada.
It's hard work taking stock of our lives and following God's leading. His will has never been easy, but it's always been worth it. So let me urge you again: take a long look at your short life and ask those hard questions, especially that third one: “In light of eternity, am I making consistent investments in God's glory and His cause?”
Will you make just such an eternal investment this month by giving to Insight for Living Canada? We need you. The generous gifts of our listeners play a vital role in our ongoing ministry to Canadians.
An essential part of this ministry is to provide Bible study tools designed to help you grow deeper in your walk with Christ. And I'm excited to tell you about a brand new resource we've created called Insight's Handbook of New Testament Backgrounds: Key Customs From Each Book.
With nearly 200 pages of eye-opening material explaining the most critical and challenging cultural issues in the New Testament, this handbook introduces you to some of the fascinating aspects to life in the first century. It unlocks hidden cultural treasures in your understanding of the New Testament.
You'll discover insights into the meanings behind significant biblical practices and illustrations. Arranged by Bible book and verse, this resource makes it easy to expand and deepen your understanding of God's Word. With short articles on cultural topics from every New Testament book, this handbook is your bridge into the world of the Bible.
Insight's Handbook of New Testament Backgrounds: Key Customs From Each Book belongs in your library of reference tools!
In order to continue making an impact in Canada, we rely on the faithful, financial support of our listeners. Let's continue investing in eternity together, right now, while we can.
Committed with you to eternal things,
Steve Johnson
Executive Director
