It is amazing how much we can accomplish in a day and at the same time feel as if we accomplished nothing. That is the difference between "doing things" and "doing meaningful things". When we live our life with a purpose and towards a bigger goal than ourselves, no matter how small a task may seem, we experience meaning/blessings from our actions. In contrast, we could accomplish "huge things" and reach our goals, but when those things have only shallow or worldly value, we are left empty and confused. Depression is often a result of the lack of hope and a lack purpose or meaning in our lives. More effort should be placed in seeking hope and purpose and meaning than simply running on a treadmill and going nowhere.
Lord, help me to realize the difference between being busy and being purposeful