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Margin, Week 3: Making Margin

Published: Oct. 1, 2012, 1:50 a.m.

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Margin:\xa0 The amount available beyond what is necessary.

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(Ephesians 5:15-17) Be very careful, then, how you live \u2014 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.

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How to make margin?

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1.\xa0\xa0\xa0 Start asking: \u201cIs this wise?\u201d

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2.\xa0\xa0\xa0 Start saying: \u201cNo\u201d to the good things and \u201cYes\u201d to the best things.

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(Romans 12:2) Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's will is \u2014 his good, pleasing and perfect will.

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3.\xa0\xa0\xa0 Start scheduling: Times of rest.

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(Matthew 11:28-29) (MSG) \u201cAre you tired? Worn out? Burned out on religion? Come to me. Get away with me and you\u2019ll recover your life. I\u2019ll show you how to take a real rest. Walk with me and work with me\u2014watch how I do it. Learn the unforced rhythms of grace. I won\u2019t lay anything heavy or ill-fitting on you. Keep company with me and you\u2019ll learn to live freely and lightly.\u201d

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4.\xa0\xa0\xa0 Start spending: Time with God.

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(Matthew 6:33) But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.