Time is a fundamental aspect of our existence and has been pondered by philosophers, theologians, and thinkers throughout history. The concept of time is intertwined with notions of fate, destiny, and the divine, offering us both grounding and transcendence. In this collection of quotes, we explore the wisdom and reflections offered by various sources on how time relates to the divine. Through these words, we gain a deeper understanding of our place in the universe and how time shapes our lives. Join us on this journey as we contemplate what it means to live in harmony with time and the eternal.
Timeless Wisdom Quotes
"Time is a created thing. To say 'I don't have time' is like saying, 'I don't want to.'" — Lao Tzu
"God has given us two hands, one to receive with and the other to give with. Make use of both to embrace time." — Billy Graham
"With the right priorities and an open heart, every moment can be a glimpse of eternity." — Anonymous
"Time is the brush of God, as he paints his masterpiece in your life." — John Piper
"Eternity is not something that begins after you are dead. It is happening now." — Frederick Buechner
"God did not create hurry." — Elder Thaddeus of Vitovnica
"Time spent in prayer is never wasted." — Francois Fenelon
"Every day is a little piece of eternity." — Catalina Echeverri
"Take care of the minutes and the hours will take care of themselves." — Lord Chesterfield
"There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens." — Ecclesiastes 3:1
"Time is a precious gift from God, so we should walk in wisdom." — Joyce Meyer
"Make time for the quiet moments, as God whispers and world is loud." — Ancient Proverb
Divine Reflection Quotes
"Silence is God's first language; all else is a poor translation. In silence, we can reflect on God's timing." — Thomas Keating
"The hands of time are guided by the Master's touch." — Anonymous
"Reflect on God’s timing and let his grace carry you through." — Max Lucado
"God gives us dreams at night so we can turn them into reality by day." — Unknown
"Reflection on time is the way to see God’s fingerprints on our life." — Henri Nouwen
"Remind yourself that time is passing, but God is everlasting." — Karen Kingsbury
"God is never in a hurry, but He is always on time." — Joyce Meyer
"Reflection gives depth to understanding time and God’s will." — A.W. Tozer
"Meditate on the eternal to gain perspective on the temporal." — Anonymous
"Time is a companion given by God to grow with." — Anonymous
"God is the eternal now. Reflect to find peace in each moment." — Meister Eckhart
"In God's time, all things are made perfect." — Anonymous
Eternal Perspective Quotes
"View life through the lens of eternity and time finds its rightful place." — Max Lucado
"God's eternal timeline offers hope amid the chaos of time." — Anonymous
"He who has learned how to die has learned how not to be a slave. To know time’s end is to know life's freedom." — Seneca
"Eternity is the cornerstone on which the temporal is balanced." — C.S. Lewis
"In the heart of time’s illusion is the seed of eternity." — Rumi
"Time is but a shadow. Eternity is the reality." — Rebecca St. James
"The soul finds rest in God alone, in the intersection of time and eternity." — Augustine of Hippo
"Eternity is the ultimate backdrop against which time's dramas are staged." — Soren Kierkegaard
"Walk with God and he will carry you into eternity's embrace." — Anonymous
"Time points us toward the eternal questions of life." — Philip Yancey
"Only God can return the lost hours when we turn to Him." — Joel Osteen
"God’s timepiece measures life in the beats of eternity." — Henri Nouwen
Patience and Time Quotes
"Patience is not simply the ability to wait, it's how we behave while we wait for time to unfold." — Joyce Meyer
"Trust God's timing. Everything happens with patience." — Anonymous
"To wait on God is to walk with patience and purpose with time." — A.W. Tozer
"Patience allows time to unlock God's promises." — Rick Warren
"God bestows patience in the space between time’s tick and tock." — Anonymous
"Every good relationship takes patience, like every harvest takes time." — John Maxwell
"Through patience, God reveals time’s true purpose." — Unknown
"Be still and know that God’s timing is always perfect." — Psalm 46:10
"Time well spent is time spent in patience and trust." — Anonymous
"Patience is time's remedy for rushing the divine." — Charles Spurgeon
"God's delays are not His denials; trust the time He gives you." — Anonymous
"Patience, through God's grace, transforms time into golden moments." — Ann Voskamp
Faith in Time Quotes
"Faith is the bridge between where I am and the time God calls me to act." — Anonymous
"Trust in God means letting go of the fear of time's endless ticking." — T.D. Jakes
"Faith is invisible but can see through time." — Max Lucado
"Time tests our faith, as does the steadfast hand of God." — Anonymous
"Knowing God controls time gives our faith roots to stand firm." — Chuck Swindoll
"Faith is confidence in what we hope for, even when time feels misplaced." — Hebrews 11:1
"Time is the cradle of faith where God rocks us gently." — Anonymous
"With faith, the mountains of time transform into hills." — A.W. Tozer
"Faith sees the invisible clock of God and trusts its hands." — Joyce Meyer
"It takes faith to see that time is not wasted in God's hands." — Randy Alcorn
"The clock of faith never stops ticking because it’s wound by God." — Anonymous
"Faith and time dance together, choreographed by God's grace." — Tim Keller
Inspirational Time Quotes
"The time God gives you is your canvas; fill it with what inspires hope and grace." — Anonymous
"Make each second count by filling life with things that matter eternally." — Unknown
"Inspiration appears when time pauses at God’s touch." — Max Lucado
"Inspired time brings heaven's whispers to the earthly realm." — C.S. Lewis
"Time spent in God's presence radiates eternal light." — Anonymous
"The cup of life is sweeter when filled by time and inspiration from God." — Henri Nouwen
"God breathes inspiration into the winds of time." — Anonymous
"Always make time to inspire and be inspired by the moments God gifts us." — Emily Dickinson
"An inspired soul knows that each beat is precious because it vibrates with God’s love." — Anonymous
"The real secret to inspired time management is following the timing of God." — Rick Warren
"With each tick of the clock, God's inspiration flows anew." — Lysa TerKeurst
"Let inspiration guide the hand of time that God has given you." — Walter Benjamin
God's Timing Quotes
"God is never early, never late, but always on time." — Habakkuk 2:3
"In the waiting room of life, God measures every moment masterfully." — Anonymous
"Trust the timekeeper and His calendar." — Max Lucado
"God’s timing is always perfect; he knows when to act." — Anonymous
"When we run out of time, God opens new opportunities." — C.S. Lewis
"Don't rush God's plan, for his timing is eternal." — Rick Warren
"The Master Weaver uses time as the thread." — Anonymous
"God’s timing is the perfect synchronization of moments." — Unknown
"Divine timing is the heartbeat of existence." — A.W. Tozer
"Trusting God’s timing is trusting the architect of all time." — Charles Spurgeon
"Patience rests at the center of God's timing." — Anonymous
"In God’s perfect timing, everything becomes beautiful." — Ecclesiastes 3:11
Time and Creation Quotes
"God created time. The universe is His clock." — Anonymous
"The creation was completed in time to point us to the eternal." — Augustine of Hippo
"Each day in God's creation is a page written by time." — Max Lucado
"The Creator set the sun and moon to orchestrate time." — Genesis 1:14
"God's time is the rhythm to which creation dances." — Anonymous
"Creation's cycles testify to God's timely perfection." — Phillip Yancey
"The universe spins in the palm of God's hand, measured by time." — Henri Nouwen
"Time is a measure of the beauty God imprints on creation." — Rumi
"God's creativity mirrors the symmetry of time." — Anonymous
"Time is the silent witness to the wonders of God’s creation." — William Blake
"In time, we perceive the depths of God’s artistry." — T.S. Eliot
"God molds the clay of creation with the hands of time." — John Milton
Hope and Time Quotes
"Hope is the anchor that holds steady regardless of time’s storms." — Hebrews 6:19
"The wings of time lift hope's sail." — C.S. Lewis
"With time, everything old is made new through hope." — Anonymous
"Hope views time as an opportunity God blesses us with." — Joyce Meyer
"Hope fuses past pain and future joy into the present canvas of time." — Max Lucado
"God gives hope as the light amidst time's darkest hours." — Rick Warren
"To live in the moment is to be filled with hope for eternity." — Anonymous
"Hope clings to the hand of time that God extends to us." — Charles Spurgeon
"Time always catches up with hope when God is involved." — Anonymous
"When God inserts hope into our time, miracles happen." — Lysa TerKeurst
"Hope paints the horizon at the dawn of every new moment God gives." — John Piper
"Hope springs eternal because God crafted it outside of time." — Emily Dickinson
Spiritual Growth Quotes
"Time deepens the soul's connection with God." — Anonymous
"Spiritual growth is time's gift to the patient seeker." — A.W. Tozer
"Every second God grants increases our opportunity for spiritual growth." — Joyce Meyer
"In times of silent worship, the soul grows towards God." — C.S. Lewis
"Time allows the seeds of faith to flourish into spiritual fullness." — Charles Spurgeon
"Spiritual maturity means valuing God’s timing over our own." — Rick Warren
"Time swirls around spiritual growth, never wasting God’s purpose for us." — Henri Nouwen
"The soul's journey is measured not by time, but by divine encounters." — Anonymous
"Each moment, God breathes spiritual growth into the waiting heart." — Lysa TerKeurst
"The steps of spiritual growth are synchronized by God’s timing." — John Calvin
"In the quiet of time, the whispers of God guide personal growth." — Thomas Keating
"Persevere in faith, and spiritual growth will follow in time." — Billy Graham
Final words
Time, a structure of moments, offers glimpses into the divine narrative of life where God orchestrates each minute with intention. As we journey through various aspects of time—from reflection and patience to growth, hope, and God's divine timing—we find that time is more than fleeting seconds. It is the interplay between the temporal and the eternal, guiding us towards spiritual truth and enlightenment. The heart of these quotes encourages us to trust in divine timing, embrace patience, seek perpetual hope, and engage in continual spiritual growth. Let this collection serve as a reminder to live mindful of time's sacredness and its subtle dance woven into the fabric of our existence. As we align ourselves with God's timing, we find peace and purpose, leading us on a path adorned with the grace of its embrace.
