Series on Jonathan Edwards' Resolutions: Resolution #6

 Living with All Your Might

By Rooted Africa (

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)Jonathan Edwards had resolved to redeem every moment (Resolution 5) and to make every action serve God's glory (Resolution 4). Now he intensified the call: don't just use time—pour yourself fully into life while it lasts. At nineteen, he grasped the brevity of life and the urgency of wholehearted living.

Resolution 6
Resolved, to live with all my might, while I do live.In simple terms: Edwards resolved to live with maximum energy, vigour, and intensity for as long as he had breath. No half-measures, no holding back—full engagement in pursuing God's purposes every day.
This resolution builds on the previous ones. Since time is fleeting and every moment should glorify God, Edwards determined to seize life actively and purposefully, not drift through it passively. He wanted a life of fervent devotion, diligent work, and joyful service—giving everything he had while he had it.Why This Matters TodayLife is short. Days blur into weeks, years pass quickly. It's easy to coast, to give partial effort, or to save energy for "later." Edwards challenges us: Why hold back? Give your full strength now—to God, to relationships, to the tasks before you—because tomorrow is not promised.This isn't about burnout or frantic activity. It's about wholeheartedness: living intentionally, with passion and focus, for what truly lasts.Applying Resolution 6 Practically

• Engage fully: Whether praying, working, loving, or resting, do it with all your heart.
• Fight passivity: When you sense drifting or minimal effort, stir yourself to greater zeal.
• Channel energy wisely: Direct your "might" toward what honours God—diligence in duty, love in relationships, faithfulness in trials.
• Rely on grace: True vigour comes from God. Pray for strength to live this way.

Reflection Questions

• Where in my life am I giving only partial effort?
• What would change if I committed to living "with all my might" today?
• How can I depend on God for renewed energy?

Edwards reviewed his resolutions weekly to keep this fire alive. Regular reflection helps sustain wholehearted pursuit. Resolution 6 calls us to vigorous, purposeful living—giving our all while we live, for God's glory.
What does "living with all my might" mean to you? Share in the comments or on X
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).Next we continue tomorrow with Resolution 7.This is Day 6 in our daily series on Jonathan Edwards' 70 Resolutions.References for Further Reading

• Full text of Edwards' Resolutions: https://www.jonathan-edwards.org/Resolutions.html
• "The Resolutions of Jonathan Edwards" (Desiring God): https://www.desiringgod.org/articles/the-resolutions-of-jonathan-edwards
• Ligonier Ministries overview: https://learn.ligonier.org/articles/resolutions-jonathan-edwards

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Series on Jonathan Edwards' Resolutions: Resolution #5

Stewarding Time with Eternal Purpose

By Rooted Africa (

@kateyakli

)
Jonathan Edwards had committed to God's glory in every action (Resolution 4) and to fresh ways of pursuing it (Resolution 2). Now he turned to one of life's most limited resources: time itself. At nineteen, he saw time not as endless but as a precious gift to be used wisely for God's purposes.

Resolution 5Resolved, never to lose one moment; but improve it the most profitable way I possibly can.
In simple terms, Edwards resolved never to waste even a single moment, but to use every one in the most beneficial, fruitful way possible. This resolution flows from his earlier ones—since life's aim is God's glory and eternal good, time (our only non-renewable asset) must serve that end. Edwards viewed idleness or misspent moments as contrary to devotion; he wanted every second to count toward something lasting.Why This Matters TodayWe live in an age of constant distraction—endless notifications, procrastination, mindless scrolling. Edwards challenges us: Am I truly redeeming the time, or letting it slip away? Time lost is gone forever, but time invested in prayer, Scripture, relationships, work, or rest that honours God yields eternal fruit. This isn't about frantic busyness. It's about intentionality—choosing what truly matters in light of eternity.Applying Resolution 5 Practically

• Audit your day: Where are moments slipping away? Replace them with purposeful activity.
• Prioritise: Ask, “Does this glorify God and build lasting good?”
• Plan intentionally: Use mornings or evenings to map out how to steward time well.
• Rest purposefully: Even rest can honour God when it refreshes for service.
• Rely on grace: Edwards knew he needed God's help to live this out—pray for wisdom in time use.

Reflection Questions

• What one habit wastes time that I could redeem this week?
• How would viewing each moment as irreplaceable change my priorities?
• Where do I need God's help to steward time better?

Edwards reviewed his resolutions weekly, partly to guard against wasted time. A quick daily or weekly check-in can help us stay accountable.Resolution 5 reminds us: Time is short,t and eternal stakes are high. Use it well for God's glory.What does this resolution stir in you? Share in the comments or on X (

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).We continue next with Resolution 6.
References for Further Reading

• Full text of Edwards' Resolutions: https://www.jonathan-edwards.org/Resolutions.html
• "The Resolutions of Jonathan Edwards" (Desiring God): https://www.desiringgod.org/articles/the-resolutions-of-jonathan-edwards
• Ligonier Ministries overview: https://learn.ligonier.org/articles/resolutions-jonathan-edwards

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