Make "the Best Use of Your TIme" - MAKE WISE CHOICES; SET PRIORITIES

 Choose the best course in life.  Young people are often concerned about the best way to spend their life. On the one hand, school guidance counselors and unbelieving family members may urge them to pursue  higher education in preparation for a pretigious career in the world.  That path would likely consume a great deal of their time. on the othe hand, parents and friends in the congregation may encourage young people to spennd their life in Jehovah's service.  What  can help a young person who loves Jehovah to make the best decision?  He would benefit by reading Ephesians 5:15-17   and meditating on it.  (Read.)  After reading these verses, a  young person might ask himself: 'What is "the will of Jehovah"/  What decision will please him? Which path will result in my making the best use of my time?  Remember,  "the days are wicked," and this system ruled by Satan will some to an end.  It would be wise on our part to use our life in a way that will endear us to Jehovah.

Set proper priorities.   Sometimes, making the best use of our time involves  choosing between two activities that are not wrong in themselves.  The well-known account about JEsus' visit to the home of Mary and Martha illustrates the point.  No doubt thrilled to receive Jesus as her guest, hostpitable Martha set about preparing an elaborate meal. Meanwhile, her sister Mary, took advantage of the visit to sit close to her Lord and listen  to his teaching.  While Martha was certainly motivated by the best intentions, Mary "chose the best portion."  (Luke 10:38-42.)  In time, Mary may have forgotten what food was served on that occasion, but we can be sure that she never forgot what she learned from Jesus.  Just as Mary cherished that limited time with Jesus, we cherish our time with Jehovah.  How can we make the best use of that time? 

Next time: Make "the Best Use of Your Time" -MAKE THE BEST USE OF  YOUR TIME WITH JEHOVAH

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