The Clock is Ticking—Make Today Count: Love Fiercely, Forgive Quickly, Live Fully

While the world holds its breath, trying to piece together what really happened between the Black Hawk military helicopter and the civilian plane, while families grieve, while passengers rethink their next flight—go or stay?—I can’t help but be reminded of something sobering: our days are numbered.

"Teach us to number our days, that we may gain a heart of wisdom." — Psalm 90:12

Every single morning, we wake up with two choices: hit snooze on life or live like today actually matters—because it does. Regret is a ruthless thief, and time never issues refunds. We don’t get to know which day will be our last, but we do get to choose how we spend the ones we have left.

Be kind. Be loving. Be ridiculously generous with grace. Why? Because accidents happen. Some are tragic. Some are intentional. Some are wrapped in mystery and conspiracy. And some are just wrong place, wrong time. But regardless of the reason—pain is still pain. Loss is still loss.

We may never get the full truth about what happened that night, but here’s a truth we can bank on:

• You will never regret being kind.

• You will never regret speaking life instead of death.

• You will never regret forgiving—even when you don’t feel like it.

So wake up. Plant your feet firmly on the floor, but more importantly, plant your heart on a foundation that actually matters. Love hard. Forgive fast. Speak life. And for heaven’s sake, stop walking around petty and ungrateful like life owes you something. It doesn’t. But you, my friend, owe the world your best while you still have breath to give it.

When it comes to numbering days & living wisely, Psalm 90:12 reminds us, "Teach us to number our days, that we may gain a heart of wisdom."  Life is fleeting, and wisdom begins when we acknowledge that our time here is limited. Ephesians 5:15-16 echoes this urgency, saying,

"Be very careful, then, how you live—not as unwise but as wise, making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil." 

Every day is a gift, and it’s up to us to steward it well.

On kindness & love, Colossians 3:12-14 instructs us, "Therefore, as God's chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you. And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity." 

Love is not optional—it’s the glue that holds everything together. 

Similarly, 1 Peter 4:8 emphasizes, "Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins." In a world filled with division and uncertainty, our highest calling is to love deeply and without reservation.

On speaking life & encouragement, Proverbs 18:21 warns us, "The tongue has the power of life and death, and those who love it will eat its fruit." Our words are not just sound waves; they shape realities. Ephesians 4:29 reinforces this truth, saying, "Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen." Every word we speak is either building or breaking—choose wisely.

On forgiveness & letting go of pettiness, Matthew 6:14-15 offers a sobering truth: "For if you forgive other people when they sin against you, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. But if you do not forgive others their sins, your Father will not forgive your sins." Forgiveness is not about excusing others; it’s about freeing ourselves. Luke 6:37 reinforces this principle: "Do not judge, and you will not be judged. Do not condemn, and you will not be condemned. Forgive, and you will be forgiven." A heart that holds onto grudges has no room for peace.

The marriage is worth saving—because love is a covenant, not a convenience. The fight is worth forgiving—because pride will rob you of peace, but grace will restore what bitterness tries to break. The child is worth pursuing—because no amount of disappointment should ever outweigh the depth of a parent’s love. The friendship is worth mending—because regret is far heavier than humility. The dream is worth chasing—because purpose doesn’t expire, even when plans fall apart. The kindness is worth giving—because you never know when your words might be the lifeline someone is desperate for.

We don’t know what tomorrow will bring. It could be joy; it could be sorrow. It could be ordinary; it could be life-altering. But what we do know is this: we have today. And today is a chance to love harder, forgive quicker, and speak life instead of death. Tomorrow isn’t promised, but right now is. So don’t waste it on grudges, small-minded pettiness, or waiting for “someday.” Because someday isn’t guaranteed—but the impact of how you love today will last forever.

Forgive your sister. Forgive your brother. Forgive your mom. Forgive your dad. Forgive your friend. Forgive the one who betrayed you. Forgive the one who walked away. Forgive the one who never said sorry. Forgive the one who should have known better. Forgive the one who broke your trust. Forgive the one who disappointed you. Forgive the one who left without explanation. Forgive the one who spoke lies behind your back. Forgive the one who never showed up when you needed them most. Forgive the stranger who hurt you. Forgive yourself.

Not because they deserve it, but because you deserve peace. Not because it excuses them, but because it frees you. Not because it’s easy, but because carrying pain is harder.

Forgive. Let go. Live free.

Amanda Allen, the author of Kingdom Revelations, holds the copyright to her works and art. Copyright © Amanda Allen, Kingdom Revelations, 2025. All rights reserved. This article may be shared with acknowledgment of the author and the original source.