January 22nd, 2026
by Pastor Mykal Smith
by Pastor Mykal Smith
The Enemy of Today Is Someday
There's a lie we've been living with since the Garden of Eden—a deception so subtle that most of us don't even realize it shapes our daily decisions. It's the whisper that says we have more time, that tomorrow will always come, that we can put off until "someday" the things that matter most.
Remember when the serpent asked Eve, "Did God really say...?" and then delivered the fatal lie: "You will not certainly die"? Humanity planted that seed deep in our hearts, and we've been living like we'll go on forever ever since. We think there's always another opportunity, another chance, more time to get serious about the things that truly matter.
But what if there's not?
The Morning Fog
James 4:14 asks a piercing question: "How do you know what your life will be like tomorrow? Your life is like the morning fog. It's here a little while, and then it's gone."
This isn't meant to frighten us. It's an invitation—an invitation to live with intentionality, to climb the mountain one day at a time, to embrace what God has for us right now, in this moment. The best version of ourselves isn't found in fantasy but grounded in the reality that every day is a gift and every day will end.
The question we must wrestle with is simple yet profound: 24 hours from now, will this day have moved me closer to the person God is calling me to become?
Planted by the River
Scripture gives us a beautiful picture of what an intentional life looks like. Jeremiah 17:7-8 describes those who trust in the Lord as "trees planted along a river bank with roots that reach deep into the water. Such trees are not bothered by the heat or worried by long months of drought. Their leaves will stay green and they never stop producing fruit."
Imagine being that unbothered in a world where everyone seems perpetually anxious about something. Imagine producing fruit in every season of life, not because of your own strength, but because your roots go deep into the living water.
Psalm 1 echoes this imagery: "They are like trees planted along the riverbank, bearing fruit each season. Their leaves never wither, and they prosper in all they do."
The secret? These trees have something in common—they're connected to a consistent water source through deep roots. And those roots don't grow by accident. They develop through rhythm.
The Power of Rhythm and Roots
Studies on plant biology reveal something fascinating: plants under consistent, timed watering develop stronger root architectures, improving nutrient uptake and drought resistance. Irregular watering leads to shallow roots, while rhythmic patterns encourage roots to forage deeper for water.
If creation responds to rhythm, how much more will your soul respond when you're postured for God's work in your life?
The problem is we've sacrificed intentionality on the altar of someday. We say things like:
But someday never comes. It's always just out of reach, always on the horizon.
Seven Daily Rhythms for Deep Roots
What if instead of waiting for someday, you decided to make today count? Here are seven rhythms to embrace in your daily routine:
1. Daily Devotions - Spending time with God, engaging in Scripture and prayer. Statistics show that reading the Bible four times or more per week literally changes everything—addiction rates decrease, marriages get healthier, families improve, and people become more evangelistic.
2. Daily Prayer - A consistent conversation with God, sharing what's in your heart and listening to what's on His.
3. Daily Surrender - There are areas of your life you won't be free from until you daily offer them back to the Lord, saying, "God, I surrender this area to you. Help me walk in freedom."
4. Sacrificial Generosity - Look each day for opportunities to reflect God's heart. His agenda isn't to take from you but to bless people through you.
5. Serving Others - One act of compassion every day, big or small. Don't wait for the perfect opportunity; create them.
6. Sharing Your Story - Every day, watch for that chance to share how God has transformed your life. Somebody needs to hear your story.
7. Celebration - Pause daily to thank God and rejoice for His goodness. This is a perfect way to end each day before you crawl into bed.
Start small and simple. Maybe that's just 15 minutes a day by reading one Bible verse, playing a worship song, and praying. The rhythms you choose will grow the roots you need for tomorrow. Choose well. Appoint each day with purpose. Every day that you have is a gift from the Lord—what will you do with that gift?
Twenty-four hours from now, where will you be? The choice is yours. Make today count.
There's a lie we've been living with since the Garden of Eden—a deception so subtle that most of us don't even realize it shapes our daily decisions. It's the whisper that says we have more time, that tomorrow will always come, that we can put off until "someday" the things that matter most.
Remember when the serpent asked Eve, "Did God really say...?" and then delivered the fatal lie: "You will not certainly die"? Humanity planted that seed deep in our hearts, and we've been living like we'll go on forever ever since. We think there's always another opportunity, another chance, more time to get serious about the things that truly matter.
But what if there's not?
The Morning Fog
James 4:14 asks a piercing question: "How do you know what your life will be like tomorrow? Your life is like the morning fog. It's here a little while, and then it's gone."
This isn't meant to frighten us. It's an invitation—an invitation to live with intentionality, to climb the mountain one day at a time, to embrace what God has for us right now, in this moment. The best version of ourselves isn't found in fantasy but grounded in the reality that every day is a gift and every day will end.
The question we must wrestle with is simple yet profound: 24 hours from now, will this day have moved me closer to the person God is calling me to become?
Planted by the River
Scripture gives us a beautiful picture of what an intentional life looks like. Jeremiah 17:7-8 describes those who trust in the Lord as "trees planted along a river bank with roots that reach deep into the water. Such trees are not bothered by the heat or worried by long months of drought. Their leaves will stay green and they never stop producing fruit."
Imagine being that unbothered in a world where everyone seems perpetually anxious about something. Imagine producing fruit in every season of life, not because of your own strength, but because your roots go deep into the living water.
Psalm 1 echoes this imagery: "They are like trees planted along the riverbank, bearing fruit each season. Their leaves never wither, and they prosper in all they do."
The secret? These trees have something in common—they're connected to a consistent water source through deep roots. And those roots don't grow by accident. They develop through rhythm.
The Power of Rhythm and Roots
Studies on plant biology reveal something fascinating: plants under consistent, timed watering develop stronger root architectures, improving nutrient uptake and drought resistance. Irregular watering leads to shallow roots, while rhythmic patterns encourage roots to forage deeper for water.
If creation responds to rhythm, how much more will your soul respond when you're postured for God's work in your life?
The problem is we've sacrificed intentionality on the altar of someday. We say things like:
- "Someday I'll take my spiritual development seriously"
- "Someday I'll start reading the Bible"
- "Someday I'll let God deal with the hidden things in my heart"
- "Someday I'll get more committed to my walk with Jesus"
But someday never comes. It's always just out of reach, always on the horizon.
Seven Daily Rhythms for Deep Roots
What if instead of waiting for someday, you decided to make today count? Here are seven rhythms to embrace in your daily routine:
1. Daily Devotions - Spending time with God, engaging in Scripture and prayer. Statistics show that reading the Bible four times or more per week literally changes everything—addiction rates decrease, marriages get healthier, families improve, and people become more evangelistic.
2. Daily Prayer - A consistent conversation with God, sharing what's in your heart and listening to what's on His.
3. Daily Surrender - There are areas of your life you won't be free from until you daily offer them back to the Lord, saying, "God, I surrender this area to you. Help me walk in freedom."
4. Sacrificial Generosity - Look each day for opportunities to reflect God's heart. His agenda isn't to take from you but to bless people through you.
5. Serving Others - One act of compassion every day, big or small. Don't wait for the perfect opportunity; create them.
6. Sharing Your Story - Every day, watch for that chance to share how God has transformed your life. Somebody needs to hear your story.
7. Celebration - Pause daily to thank God and rejoice for His goodness. This is a perfect way to end each day before you crawl into bed.
Start small and simple. Maybe that's just 15 minutes a day by reading one Bible verse, playing a worship song, and praying. The rhythms you choose will grow the roots you need for tomorrow. Choose well. Appoint each day with purpose. Every day that you have is a gift from the Lord—what will you do with that gift?
Twenty-four hours from now, where will you be? The choice is yours. Make today count.
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