Now is the Time
One of the earliest ways of telling time is the sundial. A sundial consists of a flat plate, or dial, with numbers inscribed on it, similar to a clock or a watch. Attached to the dial is a gnomon, a pointer that casts a shadow on the dial according to the movement of the sun in the sky. The maker of the sundial often inscribes his own personal motto, to identify the sentiments of its maker.
I have seen a sundial with the Latin inscription SUUS POSTEA QUAM PUTAS. It is translated in English as IT'S LATER THAN YOU THINK. As I think about that motto, I realize that my life on earth may have more years behind me than in front of me. In reality, we can never know for sure just how much time we have left. It is important to live each day as if it were our last, and to make the very best use of our time. Ask yourself these questions: "Am I living today as if it were my last? Did I help someone when I had the opportunity, without asking anything in return? Did I hug my spouse and children and tell them how much I love them? Have I given my will and my life to Jesus Christ, so that if it is my last day my salvation is assured?"
If you cannot answer these important questions with a positive "yes" then start your day over again right now. Don't wait until another day to do it. There may not be another day. Now is the time.
Prayer for today: "Heavenly Father, thank you for giving me this day. Give me the courage and the strength to do the right thing and make a positive difference in the lives of others. Help me to see the opportunities to help someone else, and to show my family how much I love them. And if I have any sins that I have not confessed to you, please forgive me. I accept Jesus as my Lord and Savior, and offer this prayer in his precious name, amen."
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