North Point Community Church Too Good To Miss, Part 1: Future Proof // Andy Stanley
Aug 10, 2025
Time flies, especially when you’re raising kids, and cherishing these fleeting moments is crucial. Recognizing and seizing life’s important opportunities is key to avoiding regrets. The importance of personal responsibility is emphasized, as our choices shape our future. The pursuit of happiness can lead us astray if influenced by self-deception. Aligning life decisions with spiritual values helps in navigating distractions and experiencing true fulfillment. Embrace obedience to unlock life’s blessings!
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Quick Storefront Life Reminder
- Andy Stanley shares a recurring habit of telling parents with young kids, "You have so much to look forward to."
- He uses this to illustrate how fast seasons pass and why not to miss life’s moments.
One-Chance Misses Hurt Most
- Some misses are minor and replaceable, but others are once-in-a-lifetime and produce deep regret.
- Time prevents replaying those seasons so certain decisions carry irreversible consequences.
We Learn Where It Harms Least
- We learn quickly from mistakes that matter least but repeat errors in areas that matter most.
- Immediate pain teaches fast; long-term areas like relationships and finances resist that learning.
