Daily Meditation

When life’s calendar overflows with commitments, it can be hard to discern what’s truly important. In this relatable devotional, Laura Bailey reflects on how our time can quickly get consumed by good things—yet still leave us feeling spiritually empty. She draws from 1 Corinthians 10:23 to challenge us to rethink our calendars, our hearts, and our priorities.

Through a busy season of endless events, Laura invites us to pause and ask: Just because we can, does that mean we should? By seeking the Lord’s guidance, we can learn to live more intentionally, create margin for the things that matter most, and align our lives with the eternal purpose of serving and glorifying God.

📝 Main Takeaways


Reflect on how busyness—even with good things—can lead to spiritual exhaustion.


Learn how to assess your calendar with a heart of discernment, not just desire.


Discover why prioritizing God’s will and the good of others transforms your daily choices.


Be encouraged to build margin for what truly matters: relationships, rest, and gospel-focused living.

📖 Bible Verses Referenced


1 Corinthians 10:23 – “I am allowed to do anything—but not everything is beneficial…”


1 Corinthians 10:24 – “Don’t be concerned for your own good but for the good of others.”

🙌 Calls to Action


Subscribe to Your Daily Prayer for daily devotionals and encouragement.


Leave a review to help others discover the joy of living for God’s priorities.


Share this episode with someone who’s feeling overwhelmed or pulled in too many directions.


Explore more devotionals on prioritizing faith and purpose at BibleStudyTools.com.

🔗 Resources & Mentions


Devotional by: Laura Bailey


More daily devotionals:iBelieve.com

Related Articles from Salem Web Network Brands:


How to Put God First in a Busy Life – Crosswalk.com


What Does the Bible Say About Priorities? – Christianity.com

Daily Meditation
When life&rsquo;s calendar overflows with commitments, it can be hard to discern what&rsquo;s truly important. In this relatable devotional, Laura Bailey reflects on how our time can quickly get consumed by good things&mdash;yet still leave us feeling spiritually empty. She draws from 1 Corinthians 10:23 to challenge us to rethink our calendars, our hearts, and our priorities.
Through a busy season of endless events, Laura invites us to pause and ask:&nbsp;Just because we can, does that mean we should? By seeking the Lord&rsquo;s guidance, we can learn to live more intentionally, create margin for the things that matter most, and align our lives with the eternal purpose of serving and glorifying God.
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📝 Main Takeaways
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Reflect on how busyness&mdash;even with good things&mdash;can lead to spiritual exhaustion.
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Learn how to assess your calendar with a heart of discernment, not just desire.
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Discover why prioritizing God&rsquo;s will and the good of others transforms your daily choices.
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Be encouraged to build margin for what truly matters: relationships, rest, and gospel-focused living.
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📖 Bible Verses Referenced
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<a data-start="1556" data-end="1635">1 Corinthians 10:23</a> &ndash; &ldquo;I am allowed to do anything&mdash;but not everything is beneficial&hellip;&rdquo;
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<a data-start="1706" data-end="1785">1 Corinthians 10:24</a> &ndash; &ldquo;Don&rsquo;t be concerned for your own good but for the good of others.&rdquo;
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🙌 Calls to Action
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Subscribe to Your Daily Prayer for daily devotionals and encouragement.
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Leave a review to help others discover the joy of living for God&rsquo;s priorities.
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Share this episode with someone who&rsquo;s feeling overwhelmed or pulled in too many directions.
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Explore more devotionals on prioritizing faith and purpose at <a href="https://www.biblestudytools.com/" data-start="2225" data-end="2280">BibleStudyTools.com</a>.
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🔗 Resources &amp; Mentions
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Devotional by: Laura Bailey
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More daily devotionals: <a data-start="2386" data-end="2457">iBelieve.com</a>
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Related Articles from Salem Web Network Brands:
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<a href="https://www.crosswalk.com/faith/spiritual-life/ways-to-put-god-first.html">How to Put God First in a Busy Life &ndash; Crosswalk.com</a>
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<a href="https://www.christianity.com/wiki/christian-life/how-to-shift-from-worldly-priorities-to-an-eternal-perspective.html">What Does the Bible Say About Priorities? &ndash; Christianity.com</a>
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Every morning, the team of women behind iBelieve.com bring you a devotional and prayer to help you start your day in conversation with God. The Bible tells us to bring our prayers and petitions before God and He WILL give us peace! May these daily prayers help you find the words to pray and focus your heart and mind on the love of God today.

Every morning, the team of women behind iBelieve.com bring you a devotional and prayer to help you start your day in conversation with God. The Bible tells us to bring our prayers and petitions before God and He WILL give us peace! May these daily...

Your Daily Prayer

Every morning, the team of women behind iBelieve.com bring you a devotional and prayer to help you start your day in conversation with God. The Bible tells us to bring our prayers and petitions before God and He WILL give us peace! May these daily prayers help you find the words to pray and focus your heart and mind on the love of God today.

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