Time is Money pt. 5
Life Is Short. Live It to the Full.
In the final message of the Time Is Money series, Pastor Josh brings the whole journey to a powerful close. After weeks of exploring the biblical view of time and money, he offers a stirring reminder: life is short—so live it to the full. This is not a call to reckless ambition or empty busyness, but to a life anchored in Christ, shaped by purpose, and expressed through love and generosity.
How You See Time and Money Will Shape Everything
At the heart of the series is a simple yet transformative truth: when you see time and money through the lens of Scripture, your whole life changes.
- Time becomes a gift, not a burden. You learn from your past but don’t live in it. You press forward, even slowly, knowing that every breath is a new opportunity to live for God.
- Work becomes worship. Even when it feels hard, even through mental fog or low motivation, you’re reminded that we were created with purpose. “Get your butt out of bed,” Pastor Josh said half-jokingly—but the truth stands: work is not punishment, it’s a calling.
- Money becomes an opportunity to serve, not a source of false security. When your security is rooted in Christ, you’re free to use your resources to love others—to open your home, to cook for friends, to support the needy.
A Life Lived in Full
Quoting John 10:10, Pastor Josh reminds us of Jesus’ own words: “I have come that they may have life and have it to the full.” That’s God’s heart for you—not a life of spiritual survival, but of joy, meaning, and depth. But to live fully, we must reject the lies of the enemy and the world: false promises, false freedoms, and false identities. Whether it’s addiction, greed, or comfort, many things pretend to offer life but only steal it away.
True life is not found in hoarding time or clinging to possessions. It’s found in Christ, the true gate, who invites us to enter, find rest, and then go out into the world with freedom and purpose.
Five Blockers to Living Fully
Looking back on the entire series, Pastor Josh identifies five common obstacles that prevent us from living life to the full:
- Lack of assurance of salvation – Without an eternal perspective, everything feels meaningless. You need to know who you are in Christ.
- Unforgiveness – Holding grudges is a waste of time. You don’t forgive because someone deserves it; you forgive because you are forgiven.
- Laziness – That “can’t be bothered” mentality is a trap. It’s not always about productivity, but about pushing through when it’s hard and showing up for life.
- Self-centeredness – A life built entirely around you will end up empty. Open your door. Share your table. Love others.
- Greed – The pursuit of control and accumulation will always leave you anxious. The antidote to greed is simple: give.
Giving: The Mark of a Full Life
Throughout Scripture, giving is not measured by amount, but by heart. Jesus praises the poor widow who gave two small coins—not because of the money’s value, but because she gave everything she had. Whether you have much or little, giving is an act of trust, surrender, and joy. As Pastor Josh puts it: “God is a giving God. We reflect Him most when we give.”
This applies to our time, talents, emotions, and energy—not just money. It means showing up, staying present, forgiving, serving, and living a life that points others to the grace you’ve received.
Final Encouragements for the Journey
As a pastor and father, Pastor Josh closes the series with four practical reflections drawn from his own life:
- Invest early—your time and money. Don’t squander your youth. Start small, but start now.
- Learn from the past, but always look forward. You cannot drive your life by staring at the rearview mirror.
- Value the people God puts in your path. Stop searching for perfect relationships. Start loving the imperfect ones right in front of you.
- Enjoy the small things. Don’t be so consumed with the future that you forget to notice the changing color of the trees, or the person sitting across from you.
Conclusion: Live. And Give.
This is Pastor Josh’s challenge as the Time Is Money series comes to an end:
“You are not a victim of your circumstances. You are a blessing. God has predestined you in Christ. So live it—and live it to the full.”
Whether you are thriving or just surviving, whether you feel strong or deeply broken, there is grace for you. Keep moving forward. Keep giving what you can. Don’t waste your life watching from the sidelines. Don’t just believe the gospel—live it.
Life is short. Live it to the full. And in all things: be generous.
