Rise & Shine

Monday, October 19, 2026

You’re Not Behind

Psalm 31:15

My times are in your hand.

Ecclesiastes 3:1

For everything there is a season, and a time for every matter under heaven.

Ever wake up on Monday already feeling late? The inbox is full, the laundry is piled up, and somebody else’s life looks like it’s three laps ahead of yours. Here’s what the Lord wants you to hear this morning: you’re not behind. He’s not tapping His watch. The One who made time isn’t stressed about your schedule. He set the seasons, and He’s walking you through this one. Some things are going to get done today, and some are going to wait. That’s okay. You don’t have to catch up to anybody. Just stay in step with Jesus. Take a deep breath and start with Him.

1
Pick the First Thing

Ask God what matters most today. Do that one thing before the rest of the list.

2
Let One Thing Go

Pick one task that can wait until tomorrow and give yourself permission to wait.

Lord, thank You that my days are in Your hand. Slow my heart down. Show me what matters today and help me trust You with the rest. “But I trust in you, O Lord; I say, ‘You are my God.’” (Psalm 31:14).

Psalm 31:14-16; Ecclesiastes 3:1-8; Psalm 90:12; Matthew 6:33-34; Galatians 4:4

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