Counsel #4 — Boundaries

Picture: Counsel #4 — BoundariesCMH 38.1

Learn to say no. It's okay to decline extra commitments or side-business opportunities that drain your energy. Protect your time and mental space fiercely. Remember, you're not a machine, and self-care isn't selfish, it's essential. Go out there and crush it, but on your own terms and at your own pace.CMH 38.2

We are called to be good stewards of our time, talents, and resources (Matthew 25:14-30). Saying "no" isn't selfishness, it's discernment—choosing how to best serve God and others with your unique gifts. And remember, rest and recharge are sacred responsibilities. God Himself rested on the seventh day, setting an example of rest for us (Genesis 2:2, 3).^{[37]https://www.adventist.org/the-sabbath/the-sabbath-then-and-now/}CMH 38.3

“See then that you walk circumspectly, not as fools but as wise, redeeming the time, because the days are evil. Therefore do not be unwise, but understand what the will of the Lord is.” Ephesians 5:15, 16CMH 38.4

“It is not the length of time we labor, but our willingness and fidelity in the work, that makes it acceptable to God.” Ellen White in With God at Dawn, p. 283CMH 38.5

Reflect: How can you discern God's will for your time and talents, ensuring your "yeses" align with His purpose?CMH 38.6