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<>Manage your time the way Jesus managed his
Despite the overwhelming amount of resources available, the ability to manage all our worthy pursuits often feels frustratingly out of reach. The reason for our struggle is that productivity and time-management systems focus on individual habits rather than more meaningful and lasting lifestyle changes. But there is a better way to reach our full potential.
A Biblical Antidote to Swamped To-Do Lists and Hurried Schedules
We don’t need another strategy for changing habits. We need an operating system that takes into account the full scope of our lives. Bestselling author Jordan Raynor presents this system, using seven powerful time-management principles drawn from the example of how Jesus lived:
1. Start with the Word
2. Let Your Yes Be Yes
3. Dissent from the Kingdom of Noise
4. Prioritize Your Yeses
5. Accept Your “Unipresence”
6. Embrace Productive Rest
7. Eliminate All Hurry
With these principles, you’ll see how Jesus managed his time on earth and his response to human constraints like the ones you face today. More than that, you’ll discover corresponding practices to help you embrace the best, most Christlike version of yourself: purposeful, present, and wildly productive.
Despite the overwhelming amount of resources available, the ability to manage all our worthy pursuits often feels frustratingly out of reach. The reason for our struggle is that productivity and time-management systems focus on individual habits rather than more meaningful and lasting lifestyle changes. But there is a better way to reach our full potential.
A Biblical Antidote to Swamped To-Do Lists and Hurried Schedules
We don’t need another strategy for changing habits. We need an operating system that takes into account the full scope of our lives. Bestselling author Jordan Raynor presents this system, using seven powerful time-management principles drawn from the example of how Jesus lived:
1. Start with the Word
2. Let Your Yes Be Yes
3. Dissent from the Kingdom of Noise
4. Prioritize Your Yeses
5. Accept Your “Unipresence”
6. Embrace Productive Rest
7. Eliminate All Hurry
With these principles, you’ll see how Jesus managed his time on earth and his response to human constraints like the ones you face today. More than that, you’ll discover corresponding practices to help you embrace the best, most Christlike version of yourself: purposeful, present, and wildly productive.
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First published October 1, 2021
About the author
Jordan Raynor
21 books1,440 followersJordan Raynor is a leading voice of the faith and work movement. Through his bestselling books (The Creator in You, Redeeming Your Time, Master of One, and Called to Create), the Mere Christians podcast, and his weekly devotionals, Jordan has helped millions of Christians in every country on earth connect the gospel to their work.
In addition to his writing, Jordan serves as the Executive Chairman of Threshold 360, a venture-backed tech startup which Jordan previously ran as CEO following a string of successful ventures of his own.
Jordan has twice been selected as a Google Fellow and served in The White House under President George W. Bush. A sixth-generation Floridian, Jordan lives in Tampa with his wife and their three young daughters. The Raynors are proud members of The Church at Odessa.
In addition to his writing, Jordan serves as the Executive Chairman of Threshold 360, a venture-backed tech startup which Jordan previously ran as CEO following a string of successful ventures of his own.
Jordan has twice been selected as a Google Fellow and served in The White House under President George W. Bush. A sixth-generation Floridian, Jordan lives in Tampa with his wife and their three young daughters. The Raynors are proud members of The Church at Odessa.
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January 17, 2022
Can I give this book a million stars please?
As someone who loves being productive, I've researched so many tips, techniques and methods to create a more productive lifestyle. But nothing has been like what's in this book. This book kept me gripped from start to finish with it's expert, gospel-centered advice. I've never seen productivity explained in this way, studying how Jesus lived his own life and reflecting that in our work lives.
I've completely changed the way I work now and I'm looking forward to going into the new year with these new methods and techniques handy. Everyone needs to read this.
As someone who loves being productive, I've researched so many tips, techniques and methods to create a more productive lifestyle. But nothing has been like what's in this book. This book kept me gripped from start to finish with it's expert, gospel-centered advice. I've never seen productivity explained in this way, studying how Jesus lived his own life and reflecting that in our work lives.
I've completely changed the way I work now and I'm looking forward to going into the new year with these new methods and techniques handy. Everyone needs to read this.
October 10, 2021
This was - by far - the best book I've read on productivity. And trust me, I've read a lot of them.
Let's start with Jordan's writing style. In this book, he would seamlessly transition from quoting C.S. Lewis to quoting Taylor Swift, and referencing some of the greatest theologians to referencing Hamilton or The Office. It made this book fun to read and it made Jordan relatable, while still keeping the theology solid and the conversation productive. Also, with his concise writing style he packed a ton of knowledge into 256 pages, so I learned a lot without having to spend hours and hours working through the book (like some others I could mention).
On to the actual content. While most productivity books largely focus on either theory or best practices, this book effortlessly meshed the two. Each of the seven topics covered started with their theological basis, then explained how they were scientifically valid, and ended with a list of ways to implement the idea into your life in a practical manner.
The best part of this book was that, because each of the seven principles was based on Jesus' life, the priority was not 'get what you have to do done so you can go have fun.' The focus was on using your time to the best of your ability so that you can glorify God as much as possible, whether that means finishing your to-do list or postponing it to help a neighbor. So many books prioritize what's best for you or what you want to do, and this has made me a bit uncomfortable when it comes down to implementing the practices they suggest. Because Jordan's principles prioritize Jesus, though, I feel no hesitation doing anything he suggests.
Overall, I would highly recommend this book to everyone looking to use their time to the best of their ability.
I received this book for free from Netgalley. All comments and opinions are entirely my own, and I am writing a voluntary review.
Let's start with Jordan's writing style. In this book, he would seamlessly transition from quoting C.S. Lewis to quoting Taylor Swift, and referencing some of the greatest theologians to referencing Hamilton or The Office. It made this book fun to read and it made Jordan relatable, while still keeping the theology solid and the conversation productive. Also, with his concise writing style he packed a ton of knowledge into 256 pages, so I learned a lot without having to spend hours and hours working through the book (like some others I could mention).
On to the actual content. While most productivity books largely focus on either theory or best practices, this book effortlessly meshed the two. Each of the seven topics covered started with their theological basis, then explained how they were scientifically valid, and ended with a list of ways to implement the idea into your life in a practical manner.
The best part of this book was that, because each of the seven principles was based on Jesus' life, the priority was not 'get what you have to do done so you can go have fun.' The focus was on using your time to the best of your ability so that you can glorify God as much as possible, whether that means finishing your to-do list or postponing it to help a neighbor. So many books prioritize what's best for you or what you want to do, and this has made me a bit uncomfortable when it comes down to implementing the practices they suggest. Because Jordan's principles prioritize Jesus, though, I feel no hesitation doing anything he suggests.
Overall, I would highly recommend this book to everyone looking to use their time to the best of their ability.
I received this book for free from Netgalley. All comments and opinions are entirely my own, and I am writing a voluntary review.
August 23, 2023
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“The sun rises, and the sun goes down, and hastens to the place where it rises.” (Ecc. 1:5)
Time.
It’s a finite resource. We don’t get any more, only less.
The question is, how will we spend it?
The author writes, “the solution to our perennial struggle with time management is found in Jesus Christ.” He writes this to help the Christian connect their theology with practice, to live for the glory of God in all we do.
Each chapter discusses one of the 7 biblical principles. He then provides a few ways you can practice the principle - careful to note not all practices may work for everyone.
He’s done extensive research on time management skills and theories which you’ll find in the vast array of footnotes; he also draws experience from over 200 of his podcast interviews with believers in all kinds of work.
If you’re a busy person. Stop and read this.
In this book you’ll find biblically based time management principles so you can be more effective in your work, because in doing that, you’ll work better and bring more glory to God.
While you may think time management is for office jobs, these principles are generalized and can apply to any kind of work, even if you work in the home. Mothers may feel even less need for time management skills, but I’d argue that a constantly interrupted life with littles will glean blessing from ordering and prioritizing their time well. But remember, we’re coming from a grace-based, not works based, foundation.
If you’ve found yourself in a season of burnout or frustrated with your lack of productivity you’re at the right place. If you want to use your time wisely and learn some steps to keep your focus you’ll find that here.
“The sun rises, and the sun goes down, and hastens to the place where it rises.” (Ecc. 1:5)
Time.
It’s a finite resource. We don’t get any more, only less.
The question is, how will we spend it?
The author writes, “the solution to our perennial struggle with time management is found in Jesus Christ.” He writes this to help the Christian connect their theology with practice, to live for the glory of God in all we do.
Each chapter discusses one of the 7 biblical principles. He then provides a few ways you can practice the principle - careful to note not all practices may work for everyone.
He’s done extensive research on time management skills and theories which you’ll find in the vast array of footnotes; he also draws experience from over 200 of his podcast interviews with believers in all kinds of work.
If you’re a busy person. Stop and read this.
In this book you’ll find biblically based time management principles so you can be more effective in your work, because in doing that, you’ll work better and bring more glory to God.
While you may think time management is for office jobs, these principles are generalized and can apply to any kind of work, even if you work in the home. Mothers may feel even less need for time management skills, but I’d argue that a constantly interrupted life with littles will glean blessing from ordering and prioritizing their time well. But remember, we’re coming from a grace-based, not works based, foundation.
If you’ve found yourself in a season of burnout or frustrated with your lack of productivity you’re at the right place. If you want to use your time wisely and learn some steps to keep your focus you’ll find that here.
August 12, 2021
Whoa. What an influential book! As I read, I paused to consider, shared segments with friends, and rethought how I function in life. It's not that I needed to make major renovations; I've been reading time management and goal setting books for several years. Additionally, a few years ago, I began decluttering—not just my closets, but also my life and calendar. With all of that, the author's message was refreshing and encouraging.
Taking closer looks at the ministry habits of Jesus while he walked the earth, Mr. Raynor pulled out seven principles we can emulate. And then, after discussing the principle and offering inspiration, he broke it down into actionable steps, often sharing his own practices as examples to make it clear. This might be the best book on productivity and time management that I've ever read.
Taking closer looks at the ministry habits of Jesus while he walked the earth, Mr. Raynor pulled out seven principles we can emulate. And then, after discussing the principle and offering inspiration, he broke it down into actionable steps, often sharing his own practices as examples to make it clear. This might be the best book on productivity and time management that I've ever read.
November 17, 2021
I agree with the TGC article basically. I really wanted to like this book more, but some of the tips don't work for my profession and Raynor gave way less practical guidelines than Challies in Do More Better. This book was sprinkled with pop psychology, pop theology, and the information wasn't synthesized very well. The whole thing read like blog posts. Maybe I just didn't like the prose.
July 9, 2025
a very practical and helpful biblical perspective on productivity. I like how Jordan draws from Jesus' own life and habits to inform our own - ie stealing away to pray and spend time with God, allowing for spontaneous interruption, and prioritizing the right things.
He also provides a ton of practical productivity advice on how to make a 'commitment tracking system', do time blocking, avoid distractions, etc. For me the biggest was to prioritize the morning as the most productive hours of the day by first reading the bible and doing the hardest focus work.
Also, if you work with your mind, rest with your hands; if you work with your hands, rest with your mind. I realized that scrolling, watching videos, or even reading are not actually restful for me, but physical things like doing chores, running, playing piano are most restful because of the type of work I do.
He also provides a ton of practical productivity advice on how to make a 'commitment tracking system', do time blocking, avoid distractions, etc. For me the biggest was to prioritize the morning as the most productive hours of the day by first reading the bible and doing the hardest focus work.
Also, if you work with your mind, rest with your hands; if you work with your hands, rest with your mind. I realized that scrolling, watching videos, or even reading are not actually restful for me, but physical things like doing chores, running, playing piano are most restful because of the type of work I do.
December 3, 2024
Revolutionize the way you live your life!
You may not believe me when I write this, but Jordan Raynor’s latest release, Redeeming Your Time, is one of the most TRANSFORMING books you will read this year! With thousands of motivational books professing to have found the “elixir of time management,” Jordan Raynor takes a humble and refreshing approach, removing us from the center and putting God in His rightful place. Including 7 biblical principles inspired by Yeshua/Jesus’ time on earth and 32 practices that will reshape your life, Redeeming Your Time is more than a self-help book; it’s a tool that will put the puzzle pieces of your life together to ensure that you are doing your most effective work for the Kingdom of God!
Yeshua knew He didn’t have a lot of time to fulfill His mission, so He was purposeful with how He spent each day. Nevertheless, while it was essential for Him to be among the people and minister to the lost, Yeshua also showcased the importance of separating ourselves from the noise and spending time in silence. Today, we live in a world of unending noise, distractions, and idols that want to divert our attentions away from the purpose and calling God has placed on our hearts; however, we don’t have to remain in this constant state of feeling swamped by our work and personal lives. It’s time we learn how to turn off the noise, prioritize what matters most, understand the importance of rest, and close the open loops that are distracting us from successfully diving into productive, deep work!
Jordan Raynor’s personality shines through each page of Redeeming Your Time! Writing in a conversational rather than lecture kind of way, readers will resonate with Jordan’s message and the practices he encourages everyone to implement into their lives. Debunking the myths that work gets us into the Kingdom of God and that we were created to experience the thrill of life (YOLO), Jordan does a FABULOUS job of redirecting readers to the truth. He writes, “No matter how productive you are in this life, your status as an adopted child of God will never ever change…God has given us work to do! We’re not here to just coast through life. We are here on a mission to glorify God by doing as much good for others as possible.”
Redeeming Your Time is by far the best book I have read all year! As someone who was struggling to complete my tasks and fulfill my goals, this book not only gave me the guidance to no longer feel overwhelmed by my usual juggling act, but it also taught me how to restore my time without reducing the work I have been called to do! One of the most humbling encouragements I found in this book was the reminder that “while it may appear that we will all die with unfinished symphonies, ultimately this is just an illusion, as 'God is able to bring eternal results from our time-bound efforts.' (Jordan Raynor & Jen Wilkin— also, see Philippians 1:6). After reading these words, I realized the false pressure I had put on myself to race to the finish line, always looking to the future to make sure I will finish the work set out for me, rather than embracing what God is doing in the present. Once I released this weight, I noticed that my work became more meaningful and productive and that I'm no longer afraid that I will be a disappointment if I die before completing the vision God has given me!
“See then that you walk exactly, not as the unwise, but as the wise, redeeming the time, because the days are wicked.” ~ Ephesians 5;15-16 (TS2009)
If you are one of the many people who feel as though the waves of busyness and noise are constantly pummeling you underwater, I cannot recommend Redeeming Your Time enough! In fact, if you’re ready to commit to revolutionizing and redeeming your time, I want to encourage you to sign up for Jordan Raynor’s 7-week Coaching Community — a program that goes through each chapter with a community of international participants, weekly zoom calls with Jordan himself, and one-to-one coaching! Doing this course was a huge blessing and provided me with accountability as I began implementing the new habits I formed through reading this book!
*Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me with a pre-release copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are entirely my own!*
Deep work makes the dream work.
No matter how productive you are in this life, your status as an adopted child of God will never ever change.
God has given us work to do! We’re not here to just coast through life. We are here on a mission to glorify God by doing as much good for others as possible.
We’re called to model Jesus’ example of counting the cost and eliminating hurry from our schedules. We’re called to glorify the Father by doing good works for others. We’re called to reflect Jesus by being purposeful, present, and wildly productive. In short, we’re called to redeem our time.
You may not believe me when I write this, but Jordan Raynor’s latest release, Redeeming Your Time, is one of the most TRANSFORMING books you will read this year! With thousands of motivational books professing to have found the “elixir of time management,” Jordan Raynor takes a humble and refreshing approach, removing us from the center and putting God in His rightful place. Including 7 biblical principles inspired by Yeshua/Jesus’ time on earth and 32 practices that will reshape your life, Redeeming Your Time is more than a self-help book; it’s a tool that will put the puzzle pieces of your life together to ensure that you are doing your most effective work for the Kingdom of God!
Yeshua knew He didn’t have a lot of time to fulfill His mission, so He was purposeful with how He spent each day. Nevertheless, while it was essential for Him to be among the people and minister to the lost, Yeshua also showcased the importance of separating ourselves from the noise and spending time in silence. Today, we live in a world of unending noise, distractions, and idols that want to divert our attentions away from the purpose and calling God has placed on our hearts; however, we don’t have to remain in this constant state of feeling swamped by our work and personal lives. It’s time we learn how to turn off the noise, prioritize what matters most, understand the importance of rest, and close the open loops that are distracting us from successfully diving into productive, deep work!
Jordan Raynor’s personality shines through each page of Redeeming Your Time! Writing in a conversational rather than lecture kind of way, readers will resonate with Jordan’s message and the practices he encourages everyone to implement into their lives. Debunking the myths that work gets us into the Kingdom of God and that we were created to experience the thrill of life (YOLO), Jordan does a FABULOUS job of redirecting readers to the truth. He writes, “No matter how productive you are in this life, your status as an adopted child of God will never ever change…God has given us work to do! We’re not here to just coast through life. We are here on a mission to glorify God by doing as much good for others as possible.”
Redeeming Your Time is by far the best book I have read all year! As someone who was struggling to complete my tasks and fulfill my goals, this book not only gave me the guidance to no longer feel overwhelmed by my usual juggling act, but it also taught me how to restore my time without reducing the work I have been called to do! One of the most humbling encouragements I found in this book was the reminder that “while it may appear that we will all die with unfinished symphonies, ultimately this is just an illusion, as 'God is able to bring eternal results from our time-bound efforts.' (Jordan Raynor & Jen Wilkin— also, see Philippians 1:6). After reading these words, I realized the false pressure I had put on myself to race to the finish line, always looking to the future to make sure I will finish the work set out for me, rather than embracing what God is doing in the present. Once I released this weight, I noticed that my work became more meaningful and productive and that I'm no longer afraid that I will be a disappointment if I die before completing the vision God has given me!
“See then that you walk exactly, not as the unwise, but as the wise, redeeming the time, because the days are wicked.” ~ Ephesians 5;15-16 (TS2009)
If you are one of the many people who feel as though the waves of busyness and noise are constantly pummeling you underwater, I cannot recommend Redeeming Your Time enough! In fact, if you’re ready to commit to revolutionizing and redeeming your time, I want to encourage you to sign up for Jordan Raynor’s 7-week Coaching Community — a program that goes through each chapter with a community of international participants, weekly zoom calls with Jordan himself, and one-to-one coaching! Doing this course was a huge blessing and provided me with accountability as I began implementing the new habits I formed through reading this book!
*Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me with a pre-release copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are entirely my own!*
Deep work makes the dream work. No matter how productive you are in this life, your status as an adopted child of God will never ever change. God has given us work to do! We’re not here to just coast through life. We are here on a mission to glorify God by doing as much good for others as possible. We’re called to model Jesus’ example of counting the cost and eliminating hurry from our schedules. We’re called to glorify the Father by doing good works for others. We’re called to reflect Jesus by being purposeful, present, and wildly productive. In short, we’re called to redeem our time.August 6, 2021
If your reading wishlist/bookshelf has books like 'Ruthless Elimination of Hurry', 'Deep Work', 'Atomic Habits' and 'Getting Things Done' (I did) then look no further. This book is for you. In 'Redeeming Your Time', Jordan takes the best of some of the most successful books on productivity, time and energy management and filters them through the prism of what the gospel and the lifestyle of Lord Jesus already offers and sets us free, and combines with his trademark empathy and creativity by bundling key principles of rest and work with really (and I mean, really) practical disciplines that, when applied, fulfill the audacious promise this book makes - to make you purposeful, present and wildly productive. I guarantee you will not only buy this book but will be gifting more than you thought you would.
July 10, 2025
Permission Verlag hat das überaus wertvolle Buch zum Thema Produktivität in die deutsche Sprache übersetzt. Obwohl es viele Bücher zu diesem Thema gibt, sticht dieses Buch heraus. Jordan Reynor hat sich das Leben Jesu angeschaut und daraus sieben nützliche Prinzipien herausgearbeitet, die einem helfen, seine Zeit zu Ehre Gottes und zum Wohl des Nächsten auszukaufen. Dieses Buch ist ein Gewinn und jedem zu empfehlen, der gerne seine Zeit besser gebrauchen möchte. Es beinhaltet sehr viele Anwendungen und ist somit nicht nur theoretisch, sondern auch sehr praktisch. Ich bin sehr dankbar, dass es in deutsch erschienen ist.
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September 8, 2021This is the most helpful productivity book I’ve read. I appreciate that it’s biblically based AND has a practical framework to actually help me get organized. I’m just starting to implement the steps, but I already feel like I want to work these things all the way out.
For once in my business life I believe that I can be organized and that my business can turn the corner. I want to move through my days like Jesus did. I want to rest. I’m super thankful for this book and I know its going to be one I refer back to for years to come.
For once in my business life I believe that I can be organized and that my business can turn the corner. I want to move through my days like Jesus did. I want to rest. I’m super thankful for this book and I know its going to be one I refer back to for years to come.
October 21, 2021
We feel swamped. The solution to our struggle with time management, Raynor says, is Jesus Christ. First, we have peace in Him. Second, He shows us how God manages time.
Raynor looks to the Author of time to help us know how we address time. In that sense, in addition to a how-to book, this is a why-do book. It centers on the gospel. We are encouraged to redeem the time, manage our time wisely and carefully. (Eph.5:15-17) The result is not more time for our own pleasures but to further the kingdom.
Raynor explores seven principles drawn from the commands of Jesus or the way He lived His life. Stories, science and Scripture are combined to for the foundation and illustrations of the principles. Tested practices are suggested for each principle. He also offers resources and tutorial videos at his website.
While many of the practical suggestions will not be new, the reasons behind them may be. One that impressed me was solitude (silence). We are well aware of the distraction of technology and that we need to control it. Raynor reminds us of the many times Jesus sought solitude, even when crowds were pursuing him. That gave me a truly spiritual reason to temper social media time.
This is a good book for readers who are interested in the spiritual principles behind good time management. You'll get valuable insights into how our time relates to God and His mission. You'll find practical strategies too. But, as Raynor says, this is not a quick fix. It took him more than a decade to work out his own time management. It's hard work, he says, but worth it.
I received a complimentary egalley of this book from the publisher. My comments are an independent and honest review.
Raynor looks to the Author of time to help us know how we address time. In that sense, in addition to a how-to book, this is a why-do book. It centers on the gospel. We are encouraged to redeem the time, manage our time wisely and carefully. (Eph.5:15-17) The result is not more time for our own pleasures but to further the kingdom.
Raynor explores seven principles drawn from the commands of Jesus or the way He lived His life. Stories, science and Scripture are combined to for the foundation and illustrations of the principles. Tested practices are suggested for each principle. He also offers resources and tutorial videos at his website.
While many of the practical suggestions will not be new, the reasons behind them may be. One that impressed me was solitude (silence). We are well aware of the distraction of technology and that we need to control it. Raynor reminds us of the many times Jesus sought solitude, even when crowds were pursuing him. That gave me a truly spiritual reason to temper social media time.
This is a good book for readers who are interested in the spiritual principles behind good time management. You'll get valuable insights into how our time relates to God and His mission. You'll find practical strategies too. But, as Raynor says, this is not a quick fix. It took him more than a decade to work out his own time management. It's hard work, he says, but worth it.
I received a complimentary egalley of this book from the publisher. My comments are an independent and honest review.
May 5, 2026
This is a great book for anyone dealing with a huge stress load or feels bogged down by life’s tasks. It’s backed by both the Bible and science with an even amount of both. This book is definitely veered towards the white collar world, but while these practices may seem more for that lifestyle I feel like they are equally applicable to my own. The author teaches how to live an unhurried life like Jesus. He reminds the reader that unhurried isn’t lazy, it’s actually more productive.
I feel like God had me read this book at the perfect time. I’ve had this book for years but always put it off. My therapist even recommended it but I was still putting it off. Then I just picked it up after feeling especially defeated with all of the to do’s that I have yet before the wedding and such. And it seriously helped me break down what actually needed done.
I highly recommend this, especially if you’re looking to slow down the voices in your head reminding you of the zillionth thing you have yet to do.
I feel like God had me read this book at the perfect time. I’ve had this book for years but always put it off. My therapist even recommended it but I was still putting it off. Then I just picked it up after feeling especially defeated with all of the to do’s that I have yet before the wedding and such. And it seriously helped me break down what actually needed done.
I highly recommend this, especially if you’re looking to slow down the voices in your head reminding you of the zillionth thing you have yet to do.
March 12, 2022
While I don’t work an 8-5 office job, I still found the overall message of this book so helpful & beneficial in the way I approach time management (or more aptly, energy management).
I loved how Raynor threaded Jesus’ life in the gospels throughout each chapter, even the super practical ones. His emphasis on how imperative daily time in fellowship with God is crucial for Christians if we want to truly redeem the time we have left in our already brief lives according to the will of God was so needed & good!
I also really appreciated his epilogue, too! Recognizing that the desire to be disciplined can quickly become an idol is a necessary thing to realize. How he talked about lacking grace for yourself when you don’t accomplish everything on your to-do list, or you start to feel depressed when you aren’t making your goals in the time you allotted was so refreshing! Like it’s not okay to feel that way about yourself; that is so anithetical to the heart of God. If God needed us to stick to a strict daily schedule, there’d be one in the Bible lol. For as much grace God has for us as His children, there’s not any that can be added if we complete all of the items on our to-do list’s, nor any that can be taken away because of items still left on our to-do list’s. His grace just is 🙌🏼😭
I loved how Raynor threaded Jesus’ life in the gospels throughout each chapter, even the super practical ones. His emphasis on how imperative daily time in fellowship with God is crucial for Christians if we want to truly redeem the time we have left in our already brief lives according to the will of God was so needed & good!
I also really appreciated his epilogue, too! Recognizing that the desire to be disciplined can quickly become an idol is a necessary thing to realize. How he talked about lacking grace for yourself when you don’t accomplish everything on your to-do list, or you start to feel depressed when you aren’t making your goals in the time you allotted was so refreshing! Like it’s not okay to feel that way about yourself; that is so anithetical to the heart of God. If God needed us to stick to a strict daily schedule, there’d be one in the Bible lol. For as much grace God has for us as His children, there’s not any that can be added if we complete all of the items on our to-do list’s, nor any that can be taken away because of items still left on our to-do list’s. His grace just is 🙌🏼😭
September 4, 2024
Though Raynor mentions some personal practices that I disagree with, the aim that he sets out to accomplish in this work is certainly met. He offers a biblically based view of how the Christian ought to use their time because of "where time is going." It was refreshing to read a productivity book that is modeled on biblical principles rather than secular business world metrics. I am certainly going to be using some of the very practical things that Raynor lays out in this work. Highly recommend for any Christian struggling to use their time wisely and effectively. I thought I was productive and using my time well, but this book made me question every bit of it. Awesome!
February 10, 2023
This book was really helpful! The only reason I gave it 4 stars instead of 5 is that it said a lot of similar things that “The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry” by Comer writes. Since I read Comer’s book last year, some of the concepts were repetitive, but it still a good reminder for me how important it is to budget my time.
October 18, 2023
This book is very motivating and for people who want more discipline! I love how he uses the concept of “Deep Work” by Cal Newport to assign his mornings to the most productive things. He explains time blocking very well but most importantly why we are called to be productive! All for the glory of our Heavenly Father 🙌🏻
September 16, 2021
Time is finite and I waste a lot of it. In some areas of my life I am dedicated and disciplined and have excelled at the highest levels. Other areas leave lots of room for improvement.
I will certainly be implementing the strategies outlined in this practical book. I love how the Biblical wisdom is made clear and practically implementable.
I am 100% sure that applying this wisdom to my life will assist me to become a better steward of my time.
Thanks Jordan much appreciated.
I will certainly be implementing the strategies outlined in this practical book. I love how the Biblical wisdom is made clear and practically implementable.
I am 100% sure that applying this wisdom to my life will assist me to become a better steward of my time.
Thanks Jordan much appreciated.
October 24, 2023
Definitely a book I will keep around to revisit, reference, and ponder. Though I'm not sure all of Raynor's ideas translate to all schedule and work types, there are some helpful thoughts here for organizing and aligning our schedules to mission and thinking biblically about how we spend our time.
October 27, 2022
3.92 stars
May 3, 2023
The exegesis is a little strained at times, but the principles are very helpful.
January 5, 2023
Incredibly practical steps to honoring God with your time, especially great for young professionals.
September 7, 2021
What a great book!!
It´s not only incredible practical and usefull, is definitely a God based book. I get exahusted trying to find a tools on Time Mangament that doesn´t relly only in following your passions and promise you peace after making X and Y, but this book was more than I was expecting.
Remebering that I have peace beacuse of God and that way I can be productive was a game changer, so then I can put in practice all the wisdom found in the life os Jesus that Jordan Raynor sumaryzes really well in the book.
Defintely one of my favorites.
It´s not only incredible practical and usefull, is definitely a God based book. I get exahusted trying to find a tools on Time Mangament that doesn´t relly only in following your passions and promise you peace after making X and Y, but this book was more than I was expecting.
Remebering that I have peace beacuse of God and that way I can be productive was a game changer, so then I can put in practice all the wisdom found in the life os Jesus that Jordan Raynor sumaryzes really well in the book.
Defintely one of my favorites.
January 11, 2022
Great productivity book with some great tips and great case studies into how Jesus used his time
January 2, 2026
Review forthcoming.
August 29, 2021
I have to admit, I'm not a big reader. I am, however, a small business owner who likes a practical book with a simple mission, written in easily digestible chapters, and offers real world application. The kind that fundamentally changes the way you think about things and makes you excited to put them into action. This is one of those books—maybe the best of those books. Jordan isn't trying to sell you on a "system" or "4 hour work week.” Every chapter is immediately actionable. As I read it, I found myself finishing a section, closing the book, and going to my time management system or calendar to rethink how to prioritize my work. This book has lead to less anxiety, sharper focus, more thorough communication with clients, and a more streamlined workflow. On top of all of that, Jordan is able to weave the wisdom of Scripture throughout, using the life of Jesus as a model to follow in our daily work, lives and relationships.
April 25, 2024
4.5 stars! practical, organized, insightful, encouraging (especially as an audiobook), and rooted in faith.
February 25, 2022
Do you feel snowed under and swamped like I often do? This book came along at just the right time for me. I needed a methodical approach to getting control of the never-done lists and the less-than-fruitful effort. But more than that, this book provides a perspective on what we’re working toward. It describes the fascinating tension between working hard to accomplish lasting things, and the truth that we’ll never finish everything we set out to do. The author argues that there’s a sweet freedom in working hard and smart, but leaving the results to God. I love everything Jordan has ever written, but this book was uniquely impactful.
August 11, 2021
Thank you to NetGalley, Jordan Raynor, and Waterbrook Press for this ARC. More like 3.25 stars. I’ve read all of Jordan’s books thus far and really appreciate the way he brings scripture into everything he writes. With a hyper-focus on time management, the book was full of actionable exercises for professionals but I missed his usual storytelling. It felt like he was trying to cover a lot in one book. I got the most from his fourth chapter, Prioritize Your Yeses. All in all, it was worth the read and inspired a few notes.
July 10, 2025
TOC:
1. Start with the Word
2. Let Your Yes Be Yes:
3. Dissent from the Kingdom of Noise
4. Prioritize Your Yeses
5. Accept Your "Unipresence"
6. Embrace Productive Rest:
7. Eliminate All Hurry:
Quotes: Our work matters today because it is a means of glorifying God and loving our neighbors as ourselves
1. Start with the Word
2. Let Your Yes Be Yes:
3. Dissent from the Kingdom of Noise
4. Prioritize Your Yeses
5. Accept Your "Unipresence"
6. Embrace Productive Rest:
7. Eliminate All Hurry:
Quotes: Our work matters today because it is a means of glorifying God and loving our neighbors as ourselves
May 13, 2026
I didn't need another book; yet chose to browse the book section at the Mission Thrift Store. To my delight I came across Redeeming Your Time - 7 Biblical Principles for Being Purposeful, Present and Wildly Productive.
There’s books on time management in my bookcase. Why buy this one? On the back cover are the words: MANAGE YOUR TIME THE WAY JESUS MANAGED HIS.
Introduction: The Solution To Being Swamped – The solution to our perennial struggle with time management is found in Jesus Christ.
What does it mean to redeem time? Redeeming the time is biblical, found in Ephesians 1:15-16. We are commanded to redeem our time, not to waste it but use it wisely for the kingdom of God.
Chapter 1 - Start With The Word gives five biblical truths about time and productivity. What’s shared in these truths makes perfect sense. Readers are given the 1st principle and two practical steps on how to implement it.
This book gives readers the tools needed to redeem their time so they can be purposeful, present, and wildly productive for the kingdom of God on a daily basis.
Chapter 2 - Let Your Yes Be Yes was another insightful chapter. How often have we said "yes" to a commitment and never fulfilled it? How many times did we say "yes" when we should have said "no"?
I was fascinated with the concept of an Open Loop - in short, thoughts from various sources that get stored in our heads on a given day. The author provides great strategies on how to manage these open loops.
Chapter 3 - Dissent From The Kingdom Of Noise. Readers are shown the benefits of reducing noise and allowing silence and even boredom to enhance their lives. Five ways are shown where noise limits the ability to redeem time. Great valid points in all of them.
Nine practices enable readers to make better choices on how to limit noise and embrace silence in order to draw closer to God.
Chapter 4 - Priorities Your Yeses - The motivation in this chapter is to help readers decide what matters most and allow those choices to prioritize their commitments.
The author uses a metaphorical 5 story plus basement building to illustrate how to determine what is important. Five reasons to set more epic goals are provided, as well as six practical steps to assist readers prioritize their yeses.
Chapter 5 - Accept Your "Unipresence" enables readers to see the benefits of going deep. A definition given for depth is: the ability to focus intensely on one important thing at a time. Distractions come from all directions. There’s five enemies in the fight for depth. The good news is, four practical ways show how to eliminate distractions and be more focused and productive.
Chapter 6 Embrace Productive Rest shows readers the importance of embracing the God-designed rhythms of rest that are counterintuitively productive for our goals and souls. Words of wisdom from the author: To do more, most of us need to do less and rest more. Three rhythms of productive rest are encouraged: Bi-Hourly Breaks, Nightly Sleep and Weekly Sabbath, and 3 practical ways to achieve and maintain them.
Chapter 7 - Eliminate All Hurry - To redeem our time we must embrace productive busyness while ruthlessly eliminating hurry from our lives. The author points out that Jesus was busy but not hurried. Readers will discover how a time budget enables them to plan time spent in a given day. Details are given on creating an effective Time Budget, with wisdom in knowing what to say Yes or No to on a given day.
Epilogue - The Dark Side Of Discipline - Jesus was crazy disciplined with His time on the earth. His life provides a blueprint for believers to follow.
What is the dark side of discipline? When one who is disciplined fails to give grace to those who are not. Feeling superior over others who don't have the same qualities. And being too hard on oneself Ouch! The author reaffirms God's love is constant, it never changes and is not reflective or how much or little we do.
The author ends the book with Acknowledgments and Notes for every chapter. Yes; it took someone who was diligent in redeeming his time to write a book of this caliber.
I am a Christian who longer works full-time but enjoys retirement. Do I need help redeeming my time? You bet. This book shows me exactly how to do it, and be purposeful, present, and wildly productive to advance God's kingdom.
This book was highly recommended by people of all walks of life, and with good reason. It has the potential to change lives and for the better.
There’s books on time management in my bookcase. Why buy this one? On the back cover are the words: MANAGE YOUR TIME THE WAY JESUS MANAGED HIS.
Introduction: The Solution To Being Swamped – The solution to our perennial struggle with time management is found in Jesus Christ.
What does it mean to redeem time? Redeeming the time is biblical, found in Ephesians 1:15-16. We are commanded to redeem our time, not to waste it but use it wisely for the kingdom of God.
Chapter 1 - Start With The Word gives five biblical truths about time and productivity. What’s shared in these truths makes perfect sense. Readers are given the 1st principle and two practical steps on how to implement it.
This book gives readers the tools needed to redeem their time so they can be purposeful, present, and wildly productive for the kingdom of God on a daily basis.
Chapter 2 - Let Your Yes Be Yes was another insightful chapter. How often have we said "yes" to a commitment and never fulfilled it? How many times did we say "yes" when we should have said "no"?
I was fascinated with the concept of an Open Loop - in short, thoughts from various sources that get stored in our heads on a given day. The author provides great strategies on how to manage these open loops.
Chapter 3 - Dissent From The Kingdom Of Noise. Readers are shown the benefits of reducing noise and allowing silence and even boredom to enhance their lives. Five ways are shown where noise limits the ability to redeem time. Great valid points in all of them.
Nine practices enable readers to make better choices on how to limit noise and embrace silence in order to draw closer to God.
Chapter 4 - Priorities Your Yeses - The motivation in this chapter is to help readers decide what matters most and allow those choices to prioritize their commitments.
The author uses a metaphorical 5 story plus basement building to illustrate how to determine what is important. Five reasons to set more epic goals are provided, as well as six practical steps to assist readers prioritize their yeses.
Chapter 5 - Accept Your "Unipresence" enables readers to see the benefits of going deep. A definition given for depth is: the ability to focus intensely on one important thing at a time. Distractions come from all directions. There’s five enemies in the fight for depth. The good news is, four practical ways show how to eliminate distractions and be more focused and productive.
Chapter 6 Embrace Productive Rest shows readers the importance of embracing the God-designed rhythms of rest that are counterintuitively productive for our goals and souls. Words of wisdom from the author: To do more, most of us need to do less and rest more. Three rhythms of productive rest are encouraged: Bi-Hourly Breaks, Nightly Sleep and Weekly Sabbath, and 3 practical ways to achieve and maintain them.
Chapter 7 - Eliminate All Hurry - To redeem our time we must embrace productive busyness while ruthlessly eliminating hurry from our lives. The author points out that Jesus was busy but not hurried. Readers will discover how a time budget enables them to plan time spent in a given day. Details are given on creating an effective Time Budget, with wisdom in knowing what to say Yes or No to on a given day.
Epilogue - The Dark Side Of Discipline - Jesus was crazy disciplined with His time on the earth. His life provides a blueprint for believers to follow.
What is the dark side of discipline? When one who is disciplined fails to give grace to those who are not. Feeling superior over others who don't have the same qualities. And being too hard on oneself Ouch! The author reaffirms God's love is constant, it never changes and is not reflective or how much or little we do.
The author ends the book with Acknowledgments and Notes for every chapter. Yes; it took someone who was diligent in redeeming his time to write a book of this caliber.
I am a Christian who longer works full-time but enjoys retirement. Do I need help redeeming my time? You bet. This book shows me exactly how to do it, and be purposeful, present, and wildly productive to advance God's kingdom.
This book was highly recommended by people of all walks of life, and with good reason. It has the potential to change lives and for the better.
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