10 Bible Verses about Deadlines
Most Relevant Verses
Jesus answered them, "My food is doing what God, who sent me, wants me to, and accomplishing His work.
for God said [Isa. 49:8], "I listened to you at the right time [i.e., when you needed my favor], and I helped you on the day of your salvation." Look, now is the right time [to accept God's favor]; now is the day of salvation.
For if he does not, maybe after he has laid the foundation and [then] is not able to complete [the tower], everyone who sees it will ridicule him, saying, 'This man began to build [a tower] but was not able to finish it.'
For the Lord will carry out His word in the world [i.e., He will require an accounting from the people] quickly and decisively."
Brothers, I consider that I, myself, have not yet taken hold [of Christ's ultimate purpose for me]. But there is one thing that I am doing; I am forgetting about my past [See verses 5-7], and reaching forward to what lies ahead.
So, be careful how you live. Do not live ignorantly, but wisely, making the most of every opportunity, because these days are evil. Therefore, do not be foolish, but understand what the Lord wants you to do.
As it has been said [Psa. 95:7], "Today, if you hear His [i.e., God's] voice, do not have a stubborn heart like you did when you provoked [God]."
So, even as the Holy Spirit said [Psa. 95:7-11], "Today, if you hear His [i.e., God's] voice,