Getting Stuff Done: A Faithful Approach to Productivity

Getting Stuff Done: A Faithful Approach to Productivity

Life often feels like one long list of tasks that never ends. Work, family, and responsibilities fill our days, and before we know it, we are stretched thin. True productivity is not about doing more. It is about doing what matters most, in step with God’s timing. When we learn to pause, reset, and realign, we discover that the most fruitful life is not hurried but intentional.

If you could use a gentle reminder to slow down and center your heart, I created a set of free printable encouragement cards to help you pause and refocus throughout your week. Each card includes a short, faith-filled message and a bonus invitation to join my 7-Day Reset for deeper daily encouragement.

Download your free printable cards HERE.

Start With Why

Before you chase after a more productive routine, pause and ask: Why do I want to get more done? Scripture reminds us that our days are numbered, and we are called to live them wisely (Psalm 90:12). When your “why” is rooted in God’s call and the values He has placed on your heart, your goals shift from mere accomplishments to purposeful steps that glorify Him.

Set Goals That Honor God

Clear goals keep us from drifting. The SMART method offers a simple framework, but as believers, we also ask: Does this goal align with God’s will?

• Specific: Seek clarity, not confusion.
• Measurable: Notice the progress God is helping you make.
• Achievable: Stretch yourself without striving for perfection.
• Relevant: Ensure your goals serve your calling and values.
• Time-Bound: Steward your time wisely, remembering it is a gift.

Regularly review your goals with prayer, asking God to redirect you when necessary.

Choose What Matters Most

Jesus often withdrew to quiet places to pray, even when the crowds pressed in with urgent needs. He modeled prioritizing the Father’s will over immediate demands. Like Him, we can focus on what is both important and lasting, rather than giving all our energy to what feels urgent in the moment.

A helpful tool is the Eisenhower Matrix, which separates tasks into four categories. Let your energy go first to what is important and urgent, but do not neglect the “important but not urgent.” Those quiet, faithful steps often build lasting fruit.

Protect Your Time and Focus

We live in a world of constant interruptions. Learning to say no with grace allows us to say yes to what God has truly asked of us. Create buffer times in your day for the unexpected, but also guard sacred space for prayer, rest, and focus. Productivity grows when distractions shrink and when our hearts are still before Him.

Work Within Rhythms of Grace

God created the world with rhythms of work and rest, day and night, and seasons of planting and harvest. We need rhythms that honor His design. A few practices that can help include:

• Pomodoro Method: Work in short, focused bursts, then rest. This reminds us that we are not meant to push endlessly.
• Time Blocking: Intentionally set aside hours for meaningful work and leave margin for rest.
• Practical Tools: Digital calendars, to-do lists, or note-taking apps can serve as helpers, but always let God set the true pace.

Rest in His Presence

Productivity is not found in constant motion. Psalm 23 reminds us that the Lord makes us lie down in green pastures and restores our souls. Step away for breaks, move your body, breathe deeply, and invite God to reset your mind. When you work from a place of rest, you carry peace into everything you do.

Keep It Simple and Faithful

You do not need to implement every strategy at once. Choose one or two small steps that bring you closer to living in alignment with your values and God’s direction. As you slowly build rhythms of grace, you will find that you are not just getting stuff done. You are blossoming in the becoming, living each day with intention, peace, and presence.

Want to Go Deeper?

If this message resonates with you and you are ready for a guided path, I created the Selah and Rise Complete Journey for women who long to reset their days with peace, clarity, and faith-filled focus. Inside, you will find printable guides, reset practices, and encouragement tools designed to help you release stress, realign with God, and step into the life He has called you to live.

You do not have to carry the weight of productivity on your own. With the right rhythms and resources, you can begin to flourish with more balance, purpose, and joy.

Explore the Complete Journey here.

With love,

💗 Shelly

Selah and Rise: Blossom in the Becoming