Jason Engwar on Free Time

Jason Engwar has a really interesting article on Free Time. It's not very long; I suggest reading it in full.

I know that I feel as if I never have any free time, but to be honest, I wouldn't at all be surprised to find out that I have more than I think I do. I blog, read, watch TV, play with my friends 2 sons, hang out with my wife, and talk to friends on a regular basis.

Let me suggest that you keep a time diary, like John Stossel, quoted in the article extensively, suggests. Try it for a week. Make sure to note, every break from "work" you take, even if just for 5 or 10 mins.

Then, let me know your results. I would be quite curious, indeed.

Engwar is right that how we spend our time is important to God. He gives many directives about time, and there is a lot in the Proverbs about diligence, laziness, and the wise use of our days.

A good, although far too introspective (read: convicting) for my tastes, question is, "Do I honor God with me time during the day?"

As an aid to answering that question, let me pose three more:
1. Do I do more for other people than I do for myself?
2. Do I finish my obligations to family, work, and others, before extended breaks?
3. Do I leave adequate time - free or otherwise - for reflection on God, life, and the future?

Well, now that I've spent all my free time for the day writing this, perhaps I should get back to work... doh!