notesbynora

Life is short, but it is also sacred. Each sunrise is a gift from God, a chance to breathe in His goodness and breathe out His love into the world around us. The question we face daily is not simply – How will I get through this day? But, how will I live this day? Will I drift through it distracted and self-focused, or will I live with purpose, intention, and the heart of one who walks with God?

Ephesians 5:15-16 tells us: “Be very careful, then, how you live—not as unwise but as wise, making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil.”

Scripture reminds us that time is precious. When we live with intention, we don’t waste the hours God has entrusted to us. We turn ordinary moments into opportunities to reflect His character.

Living with purpose does not always mean doing something grand in the eyes of the world. It can be as simple as offering a kind word, listening when someone feels unheard, or choosing to forgive when bitterness would be easier. Every choice has weight. When we walk with God, our choices become eternal investments in His kingdom.

Jesus set the perfect example. He never hurried past people, never treated someone as an interruption. Every encounter mattered. The woman at the well, the blind man by the roadside, the children who ran to Him—He gave them time, dignity, and love. To live with intention is to follow His pattern, to notice the needs around us and respond with compassion.

Micah 6:8 frames our calling beautifully: “He has shown you, O mortal, what is good. And what does the Lord require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God.” Living with purpose is not about chasing recognition, wealth, or comfort. It is about aligning our daily steps with God’s desires—justice, mercy, and humility.

When we commit to being people who help others, we find that joy follows close behind. Proverbs 11:25 says: “A generous person will prosper; whoever refreshes others will be refreshed.” God designed us in such a way that giving ourselves away actually fills us. In helping others, our own souls are nourished.

Of course, living with intention requires more than good intentions. It requires abiding in Christ. On our own, we will grow weary, distracted, and self-centered. But when we stay rooted in God’s Word, strengthened by prayer, and sensitive to the Spirit’s leading, we are empowered to live each day with focus and grace.

Ask yourself today: How can I make this moment count? Who can I bless? How can I reflect God’s love right where I am? Purposeful living doesn’t wait for tomorrow—it begins right now.

Prayer

Lord, help me not to drift through my days but to live with purpose. Show me the people who need encouragement, kindness, and hope. Teach me to walk humbly with You, to act justly, and to love mercy. Let my life be an intentional reflection of Your goodness. In Jesus’ name, Amen.