STSA Church Podcast Am I Wasting Time? - Fr. Abraham Fam, February 8, 2026
Feb 11, 2026
A sermon exploring regret and the feeling of wasted time, sparked by a reflective poem. A close look at John 6:27 and the idea of laboring for eternal rather than perishable things. Practical advice on choosing a daily purpose verse, pruning overfull schedules, and protecting family and spiritual time. Concrete steps for families to prioritize worship and reconnect with Christ.
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Poem About Regret Opened The Sermon
- Fr. Timothy Fam opened with Joseph Long's poem Wasted Time to illustrate regret and emptiness.
- The poem depicts addiction, lost youth, and a desperate wish for a second chance, setting the sermon tone.
Wasted Time Can Spur Spiritual Return
- Feeling like you've wasted time can be a wake-up call that redirects you back to God.
- Fr. Timothy Fam says his own regret over wasted achievements turned him toward faith and reoriented his priorities.
Use A Purpose Verse Daily
- Do choose a daily purpose verse to start each morning and orient your day.
- Fr. Timothy Fam uses Proverbs 27:23 to remind him to attend to his congregation as his daily purpose.