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Live Each Day Like It’s Your Last (But Not Recklessly!) · Inspired Edge: From Fear to Faith-Filled Living

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  Foreign.
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  Hey friend, welcome back to Inspired Edge.
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  From Fear to Faithful Living.
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  I'm so glad you're here.
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  I'm Coach Chuck and my heart is to help men and women just like you overcome fear and doubt so that you can live with clarity, confidence and God led purpose.
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  Now, if you're tuning in today, feeling a little weary, maybe you're wondering if you're using your time well or sensing that something's just off in your routine or focus, take a deep breath.
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  You're not alone.
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  I want to invite you to pull up a chair like we're sitting across the table with a warm cup of coffee between us and just talk heart to heart.
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  Today's conversation is all about living with intention.
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  Not from a place of hustle or pressure, but from a deep awareness that our time on earth is a gift and a limited one.
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  And when we start to really see that, everything begins to shift.
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  Let's talk about what it means to live each day as if it were your last.
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  Not recklessly, but purposefully.
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  You've probably heard that phrase before, Live each day as if it were your last.
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  And maybe it felt a little cliche or even a little intimidating, but from a biblical standpoint, it's not about throwing caution to the wind.
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  It's about honoring the weight and worth of every single moment that God gives us.
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  Psalm 90:12 says, so teach us to number our days that we may get a heart of wisdom.
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  I love that it's not just about counting our days, but gaining wisdom from the fact that they are numbered.
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  Wisdom teaches us that time is precious, that there's purpose packed at even the most ordinary day, if we're willing to see it.
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  Ephesians 5:15 16 says, look carefully then how you walk.
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  Not as unwise, but as wise, making the best use of the time because the days are evil.
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  In other words, don't sleepwalk through life.
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  Be awake to how you're living.
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  Use your days with care, with intentionality.
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  So how do we do that?
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  Practically?
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  Let's start with five simple steps.
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  Number one, do what aligns with your faith.
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  You can't live wisely if you don't know what you believe.
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  2 Timothy 2:15 encourages us to do your best to to present yourself to God as one approved, a worker who has no need to be ashamed, rightly handling the word of truth.
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  And if we're going to make daily choices that reflect our faith, we've got to be anchored in God's word.
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  Not just skimming through a verse here and there, but really letting it shape us.
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  That's when we begin to live.
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  Like Colossians 3:23 says, whatever you do, work heartily.
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  As for the Lord and not for men.
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  Even the little things, the emails, the errands, the conversations, they matter when they're done for his glory Number two Give your best for God's glory.
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  If something is important to you, your family, your work, your service, your calling, then give it your best.
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  But don't just give your best for results, give it to God first.
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  Corinthians 10:31 reminds us so whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God.
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  That covers everything from how we speak to our spouse, to how we manage our time, to how we pursue that dream that he's placed in our hearts.
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  More than anything, give your best to your relationship with Christ.
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  Luke 10:27 says, you shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, with all your strength and with all your mind.
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  That's not a half hearted faith, that's wholehearted devotion.
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  And it's the kind that spills over to every area of our lives.
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  3 Express Christ's love to others friend.
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  This world is hurting.
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  People are tired, discouraged and searching for hope.
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  And God's place you right where you are to be a reflection of his love.
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  Ephesians 4:32 says, Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another as God in Christ forgave you.
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  That kind of kindness is powerful.
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  Forgiveness, compassion, gentleness.
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  They're not weakness, they're witness.
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  Jesus said, by this all people will know that you are my disciples if you have love for one another.
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  What an invitation.
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  Don't keep the love of Christ to yourself.
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  Let it be seen and felt in how you treat people, especially the ones who are hardest to love.
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  Number four Prioritize what matters most.
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  This one can be tough, especially in a world that's constantly pulling us in a thousand directions.
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  But Jesus was clear in Matthew 6:33 Seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.
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  Not second, not when you get around to it first, what does that look like for you?
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  Maybe it's starting your day with prayer instead of scrolling on your phone.
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  Maybe it's setting better boundaries with your time so you can protect what matters most.
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  Your faith, your health, your relationships.
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  First.
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  Corinthians 6:19 reminds us that even our bodies are a temple of the Holy Spirit.
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  We've been entrusted with them not to abuse or neglect, but to steward.
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  That means resting when needed, fueling ourselves well and giving our energy to the things that reflect God's heart.
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  And number five Find joy in the Lord always.
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  This one hits home for me.
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  Joy is not about everything going right.
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  It's not about your to do list being checked off or your dreams being fulfilled.
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  It's about knowing the one who Never changes.
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  Philippians 4:4 says, Rejoice in the Lord always.
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  Again, I will say, rejoice.
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  There's joy in knowing you're loved.
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  Joy in God's unchanging goodness, Joy in His provision and promises.
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  James 1:17 reminds us that every good gift and every perfect gift is from above.
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  Friend Even when life feels heavy or mundane, there is always something to give thanks for.
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  Psalm 136:1 says, oh, give thanks to the Lord, for he is good, for his steadfast love endures forever.
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  That kind of thankfulness can anchor you, especially in seasons of uncertainty.
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  And the truth is, life will bring changes, but God is unchanging.
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  His promises still stand.
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  Jeremiah 29:11 says, For I know the plans I have for you.
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  Plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.
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  He's not finished with you, and he's not in a hurry either.
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  You don't have to strive, you just have to walk faithfully with him one day at a time.
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  Here's what I want to leave you with today.
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  Live today like it matters.
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  Because it does.
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  Not because you're afraid of running out of time, but because you trust the one who gives it.
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  Give your best.
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  Love others well and let your priorities reflect what truly lasts.
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  You don't need to be perfect.
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  You just need to be present, faithful and open to how God wants to use you.
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  Let me finish by asking you a few gentle questions to reflect on this week.
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  How can you live more intentionally knowing life is short and every good moment is a gift from God?
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  What's something you may need to reorder in your priorities or schedule?
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  Who can you reach out to today with encouragement, kindness or forgiveness?
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  And what brings you joy in the Lord?
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  And how can you lean into that more consistently?
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  I'd encourage you to take a few minutes to journal your answers.
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  Ask the Holy Spirit to guide your focus and friend, if this episode stirred something in you, if you're realizing there may be areas of your life where you feel stuck, distracted, uncertain or out of alignment, I want to
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  give you a simple next step.
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  I've created the five Life Keys framework to help you take a closer look at five important areas of your life clarity, confidence, focus, faith and purpose.
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  It's designed to help you identify where you're strong, where you may be struggling, and where God may be inviting you to grow.
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  You can download the 5Life Keys framework for free using the link in the Show Notes or by heading to info.inspired edgecoaching.com framework.
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  Take a few minutes to work through it, reflect honestly, and see which of the five keys may need your attention most.
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  Right now, God has more for you.
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  Not someday, but today.
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  Let's start living like it.
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  Until next time.
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  Keep walking by faith and remember, you don't have to live in fear when you're led by faith.