Pastor Corey Brooks shares his transformative insights on time and its profound impact on our existence, urging us to recognize its value and use it wisely to shape our destinies.
In the bustling streets of Chicago's South Side, amidst the challenges and opportunities that define his community, Pastor Corey Brooks has embarked on a remarkable journey of self-discovery, uncovering the hidden treasures of time. With his congregation, Project H.O.O.D. non-profit, and countless community initiatives demanding his attention, Brooks has learned to approach time with a profound sense of purpose and urgency.
Through his rooftop reflections, Brooks has come to a profound realization: "Time is a gift from God, and He will one day hold us accountable for how we choose to exist on this Earth." This understanding has ignited within him a burning desire to make every moment count, recognizing that time is a precious commodity that must not be squandered.
Rooftop Revelations: Pastor Brooks Unlocks the Power of Time
Initially, Brooks struggled with the concept of time, feeling overwhelmed by the sheer volume of responsibilities on his plate. Things slipped through the cracks, crucial moments were missed, and burnout loomed as a constant threat. However, through introspection and a deep dive into his own habits, Brooks unearthed the root cause of his time management challenges: bad choices and a lack of clarity about his life's purpose.
"I see a lot of this same burnout in my congregation," Brooks observes. "But you know what I also see in them that I saw in my earlier self: bad habits, bad choices, bad ways of existing." He points to the pervasive use of smartphones – "the worst timewaster ever to come into existence" – as a major culprit in the erosion of our attention spans and productivity.
Rooftop Revelations: Pastor Brooks Unlocks the Power of Time
To combat this insidious time drain, Brooks urges individuals to reconnect with their core values and aspirations. "I ask them what their purpose in life is. What are their ambitions? Their dreams?" By centering individuals and returning them to their essential selves, Brooks empowers them to reclaim their time and align it with their life's purpose.
Brooks draws inspiration from the luminaries who have left an enduring legacy on humanity, such as Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., the authors of the Declaration of Independence, Michael Jackson, Walter Payton, and the astronauts who put the first man on the moon. These individuals achieved greatness not by magic, but by making a conscious choice to invest their time and effort in pursuit of their dreams.
Rooftop Revelations: Pastor Brooks Unlocks the Power of Time
"Their works live on from time immemorial," Brooks emphasizes. "This is the simple lesson I've learned as I grow older – every moment I spend awake must be worthy of my existence on this Earth. How I spend my time bettering things around me because of my earthly reward."
In an era of constant distractions and competing demands, it is easy to lose sight of our priorities. However, Brooks believes that individuals with a sense of purpose and a clear understanding of their calling can resist the pull of distractions and remain focused on the things that truly matter.
Rooftop Revelations: Pastor Brooks Unlocks the Power of Time
"A man with a purpose is not so easily distracted because he has his calling on this Earth, his reason for existing," Brooks says. "And why would anyone resist this tremendous gift from above?"
As Brooks continues his journey of rooftop reflections, he carries with him a renewed appreciation for the power of time. He recognizes that we all have the same 24 hours in a day, and it is our choice how we use them. By embracing a life of purpose, intention, and mindful time management, we can transform our existence and leave an enduring legacy that will continue to resonate for generations to come.
