In the context of biblical teachings, the concept of a schedule is not explicitly mentioned, but the principles of order, time management, and planning are evident throughout Scripture. The Bible emphasizes the importance of living a disciplined life, making wise use of time, and aligning one's activities with God's will.

Biblical Principles of Time Management

1. Order and Planning: The Bible begins with the account of creation, where God establishes order out of chaos. Genesis 1 describes how God created the world in six days and rested on the seventh, setting a pattern for work and rest. This divine order reflects the importance of planning and scheduling in human endeavors. "Thus the heavens and the earth were completed in all their vast array" (Genesis 2:1).

2. Stewardship of Time: Believers are called to be good stewards of the time God has given them. Ephesians 5:15-16 advises, "Be very careful, then, how you live—not as unwise but as wise, making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil." This passage underscores the need to use time wisely and purposefully.

3. Sabbath Rest: The concept of the Sabbath is a divinely instituted schedule for rest and worship. Exodus 20:8-10 commands, "Remember the Sabbath day by keeping it holy. Six days you shall labor and do all your work, but the seventh day is a Sabbath to the LORD your God." This rhythm of work and rest is a model for balancing productivity with spiritual renewal.

4. Jesus’ Example: Jesus exemplified a life of intentional scheduling. He often withdrew to solitary places to pray (Luke 5:16), demonstrating the importance of setting aside time for communion with God. His ministry was marked by purposeful travel and teaching, indicating a clear sense of mission and timing.

5. Prioritization: The Bible encourages prioritizing spiritual matters. Matthew 6:33 instructs, "But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be added unto you." This verse highlights the importance of aligning one's schedule with God's priorities.

6. Avoiding Procrastination: Proverbs 6:6-8 uses the example of the ant to teach diligence and foresight: "Go to the ant, O sluggard; consider her ways and be wise. Without a commander, without an overseer or ruler, she prepares her bread in summer and gathers her food at harvest." This passage encourages proactive planning and timely action.

Application in Daily Life

While the Bible does not provide a detailed schedule for daily living, it offers principles that guide believers in organizing their lives. Christians are encouraged to plan their days with prayerful consideration, seeking God's guidance in all activities. By doing so, they can ensure that their schedules reflect their commitment to God, family, work, and community.

In summary, while the term "schedule" is not directly found in Scripture, the Bible provides a framework for understanding the importance of time management, planning, and prioritization in the life of a believer. Through the examples of creation, the Sabbath, and the life of Jesus, Christians are encouraged to live orderly and purposeful lives, making the most of the time entrusted to them by God.1. (n.) A written or printed scroll or sheet of paper; a document; especially, a formal list or inventory; a list or catalogue annexed to a larger document, as to a will, a lease, a statute, etc.

2. (v. t.) To form into, or place in, a schedule.

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(3), go around (1), gone around (1), observe on schedule (1), round (1 ...
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... was admitted into communion (would that he had never been so admitted [692] !) the
blessed Alexander who knew his craftiness required of him a schedule of the ...
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A Weekly Journey Round the World.
... You can have a simple schedule or memorandum to guide your praying. ... The little schedule
which I use is divided into the days of the week, Sunday to Saturday. ...
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Fresh Troubles
... But Eusebius, who was still in towering wrath, refused to withdraw what he had said,
and endeavoured to thrust his schedule of gravamina into the Patriarch's ...
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Prayer is Projecting One's Spirit Personality.
... As many others have done, I marked out a daily schedule of prayer. There are
certain ones for whom I pray by name, at certain intervals. ...
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Ep. Clxiii. George a Layman of Paspasus, was Sent by Theodore of ...
... For how can we suppose that while a written schedule of debts is more binding than
a verbal acknowledgment, yet a written oath is something other than an oath? ...
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Debts.
... With an honorable business man a debt is a first obligation. His personal
expenditures and his home schedule are shaped by his debt. ...
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Be Your Own Executor.
... Good common sense comes in for free play here, both in adjusting one's personal
and family schedule and in giving. Giving may be done foolishly, or not wisely. ...
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Epistle xv. To Marinianus, Bishop of Ravenna.
... It is to be observed also that no schedule of the property and charters of this
monastery must be made by ecclesiastics, if ever circumstances require one: but ...
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Epistle Xlii. To Anthemius, Subdeacon .
... John, our brother and fellow-bishop, in a schedule sent to us by his cleric Justus,
has among many other things intimated to us as follows: that some monks of ...
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... And when we were considering the question, the most pious and religious bishop Valerian,
presented to us a synodical schedule which had been drawn up ...
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Schedule (1 Occurrence)
... etc. 2. (vt) To form into, or place in, a schedule. Multi-Version
Concordance Schedule (1 Occurrence). Isaiah 29:1 Ho! Ariel ...
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Scheme (10 Occurrences)

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Sceva (1 Occurrence)

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Table (125 Occurrences)
... comprehended by the eye in a single view; a methodical or systematic synopsis; the
presentation of many items or particulars in one group; a scheme; a schedule...
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Register (14 Occurrences)
... 1. (n.) A written account or entry; an official or formal enumeration, description,
or record; a memorial record; a list or roll; a schedule. ...
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Calendar
... 3. (n.) An orderly list or enumeration of persons, things, or events; a schedule;
as, a calendar of state papers; a calendar of bills presented in a ...
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Scroll (70 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary 1. (n.) A roll of paper or parchment; a writing
formed into a roll; a schedule; a list. 2. (n.) An ornament ...
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Scrip (7 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary. 1. (n.) A small bag; a wallet; a satchel. 2. (n.) A small
writing, certificate, or schedule; a piece of paper containing a writing. ...
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