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Agendas Quote by Elisabeth Elliot

“One reason we are so harried and hurried is that we make yesterday and tomorrow our business, when all that legitimately concerns us is today. If we really have too much to do, there are some items on the agenda which God did not put there. Let us submit the list to Him and ask Him to indicate…” quote by Elisabeth Elliot
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“One reason we are so harried and hurried is that we make yesterday and tomorrow our business, when all that legitimately concerns us is today. If we really have too much to do, there are some items on the agenda which God did not put there. Let us submit the list to Him and ask Him to indicate which items we must delete. There is always time to do the will of God. If we are too busy to do that, we are too busy.”

Elisabeth Elliot

About This Quote

Source Book: A Journey of Trust, Elisabeth Elliot, 1979

We waste energy on past regrets and future anxieties, neglecting the present tasks God intends for us.

In simple terms: Focus on today, not yesterday or tomorrow.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize what truly matters now.

Themes

faith prioritization spirituality

Mood

reflective calm

Type

spiritual practical

When to use this quote

  • daily prayer
  • work planning
  • decision making
  • stress reduction

Key Concepts

divine guidance time management

Questions to Reflect On

  • What present task can you surrender to God?
  • How does letting go of non‑essential items change your stress level?
A Different Perspective

It may be hard to discern God’s priorities amid many demands.

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