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Overcoming Procrastination. 

Author: Jefferson Otonbara Imgbi

Date: Thursday, November 20, 2025

Key Bible Verse: "How long wilt thou sleep, O sluggard? when wilt thou arise out of thy sleep? Yet a little sleep, a little slumber, a little folding of the hands to sleep: So shall thy poverty come as one that travelleth, and thy want as an armed man."  
— Proverbs 8:34

The Series Subtitle: Overcoming Procrastination. Part 5

Affirmation: "Today, I take action with clarity and courage. I refuse delay, embrace discipline, and move forward in purpose and power."

The Sure Word for Today

Day 5: Time Redeemed Through Diligence

Diligence restores what procrastination steals. Proverbs 14:23 teaches, “In all labour there is profit.” Every focused effort you make becomes a tool that rebuilds momentum and redeems lost time. Even if delay has slowed your progress, diligence has the power to accelerate growth. When you choose consistent effort, time begins to work for you rather than against you.

The story of the prodigal son illustrates this redemption. Though he wasted years in reckless living, his decision to return home opened a new chapter of restoration. What he lost in folly, he regained through humility and action. Diligence is not about working harder; it is about working with intention, knowing that every step of effort moves you closer to your future.

Today, commit to diligence. Small acts of discipline can recover seasons you once thought were lost.

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Connect: Your Challenge and Response

You may regret time wasted or opportunities missed. The right response is to stop looking back and start rebuilding with intentional action. Diligence gives new life to lost time.

Extend: Faith in Action

Identify one area where procrastination has cost you progress. Set aside focused time today to work on it with diligence. Restoration begins with consistent effort.

Reflection And Application

What opportunities could diligence help you recover? How can you turn your regret into focused action that strengthens your future?

Inspirational Quote by Jefferson Otonbara Imgbi

"Diligence breathes life into lost time. When you act with intention, even yesterday’s delays become tomorrow’s victories."

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Let Us Pray

Lord, teach me to work with diligence and purpose. Help me to redeem lost time and strengthen my commitment to what You have placed in my heart. Give me focus, energy, and clarity to move forward with discipline and grace. Restore everything delay has taken and lead me into lasting progress. 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