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Mastering the Art of Time Management. 

Author: Jefferson Otonbara Imgbi

Date: Wednesday, October 22, 2025

Key Bible Verse: "See then that ye walk circumspectly, not as fools, but as wise, redeeming the time, because the days are evil."  
— Ephesians 5:15–16

The Series Subtitle: Mastering the Art of Time Management. Part 4

Affirmation: "I value my time as a divine gift and use it wisely to fulfil my purpose and make each moment count."

The Sure Word for Today

Day 4: The Power of Planning and Preparation

Planning gives structure to purpose. Proverbs 21:5 teaches, “The thoughts of the diligent tend only to plenteousness; but of every one that is hasty only to want.” Success rarely happens by chance. It is the outcome of intentional preparation guided by vision and discipline. Without a plan, even great dreams can drift into frustration.

Nehemiah’s mission to rebuild Jerusalem began with prayerful planning. Before he touched a single stone, he assessed the ruins, gathered resources, and created a strategy. His preparation turned an impossible task into a completed victory. Planning allows you to work with clarity, avoid waste, and make progress that aligns with divine timing.

Today, embrace the power of preparation. Planning does not limit faith; it strengthens it. When you plan with wisdom and act with diligence, you create space for God to multiply your efforts.

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Connect: Your Challenge and Response

Your challenge may be living reactively, moving through each day without clear direction. Your response must be to plan intentionally, seeking God’s wisdom to prepare before acting.

Extend: Faith in Action

Take one goal you have and write a simple plan for achieving it. Include steps, resources, and a time frame. Pray over your plan and begin working on it today.

Reflection And Application

How would better preparation have changed one of your past outcomes? Use that insight to approach your current goals with structure and faith.

Inspirational Quote by Jefferson Otonbara Imgbi

"Planning turns purpose into progress. Preparation positions you for opportunities that others call luck."

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Let Us Pray

Lord, teach me the value of planning and preparation. Help me to approach each task with wisdom, focus, and faith. Bless my efforts with direction and clarity so that everything I plan honours You and advances my purpose. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

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Here are the links to some of our YouTube Playlist:

Mental Health Conditions          Inspirational Quotes by Jefferson      Mental Illness and Recovery

A Final Thought with Jefferson   The Sure Word Audio and Video Blog Post    Living with Purpose
 
Overcoming Adversity                Faith and Despair               Inspiration for Uncertain Times

Words of Encouragement          The Bible Verse of the Day    Spiritual Motivation

Covid-19 & Coronavirus            Strength and Bravery          Conflicts And Resolution

Personal and Spiritual Growth    Time Management               The Sure Word Capsule
                 
Marriage and Relationship