1967 vs. 2012

Back in 1967, experts predicted that -- by the turn of the century -- technology would be so far advanced, that the American daily workload would be drastically reduced!

For example, experts predicted that the average American workweek would be only 22 hours long and only 27 weeks a year. As a result, one of our biggest challenges would be trying to decide what to do with all of our leisure time. I think that the experts missed it just a bit! What about you?

Truthfully speaking, most of us seem busier today then we have ever been! Some are always in a hurry. We walk fast. We talk fast. We eat fast and then after we eat fast, all too often, we stand up and say, "Excuse me, but I have to run."

So here we are.

It is the 1st Sunday of 2012. What can we do about busyness and focus? How should we live with a brand new year before us?

Ephesians 5:15-17 gives us the answer, “Be very careful, then, how you live -- not as unwise but as wise, making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil. Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the Lord’s will is."