40 Inspirational quotes to value family time

No matter how imperfect your family is, it is not just the most important thing but is everything. We are all willing to sacrifice everything for them, no matter how hard and painful it is.

Parents work hard to provide a secure home for their children. However, with all the busyness of life, we tend to forget the most important thing, which is time.

Moreover, when the children grow up and become busy with their own lives, they tend to take their parents or family's time for granted. Also, most young people would rather spend time with their friends that with their parents.

Nevertheless, for us not to regret it, we should prioritize spending time with our family because they are a God-given gift that should be treasured. 

Inspirational Quotes to value family time 

We can be replaced in our jobs, with friends, and even in our ministry, but not in our families. To help us cherish our time and spend it with our family. 

Here are some quotes to encourage us not to take our family for granted.

Here are some quotes about valuing family time.

1. “My family is my life, and everything else comes second as far as what’s important to me.” — Michael Imperioli
2. For me, family always comes first; I would do anything to protect them.” — Mark Wahlberg
3. “It’s very important to prioritize. I know, for me, my family comes first. That makes every decision very easy.” — Jada Pinkett Smith
4. “My family comes first. Maybe that’s what makes me different from other guys.” — Bobby Darin
5. “Spend time with those you love. One of these days, you will say either, ‘I wish I had,’ or ‘I’m glad I did”. – Unknown
6. “It is more important than ever to make our families the center of our lives and the top of our priorities.” – L. Tom Perry
7. “For me, nothing has ever taken precedence over being a mother and having a family and a home.” — Jessica Lange
8. “If you are too busy to enjoy quality time with your family, then you need to re-evaluate your priorities.” -Dave Willis
9. “Family time is not a matter of convenience. It is a matter of priority.” – Unknown
10. “No amount of money or success can take the place of time spent with your family.” -Unknown
11. “The most important thing in the world is family and love.” – John Woode
12. “At the end of your life, you will never regret not having passed one more test, not winning one more verdict, or not closing one more deal. You will regret time not spent with a husband, a friend, a child, a parent.” -Barbara Bush
13. “Family is the most important thing in the world.” — Princess Diana
14. “In family relationships, love is really spelled t-i-m-e, time.” —Dieter F. Uchtdorf
15. “At the end of your life, you will never regret not having passed one more test, not winning one more verdict, or not closing one more deal. You will regret time not spent with a husband, a friend, a child, a parent.” —Barbara Bush
16. “Family time is sacred time and should be protected and respected.” —Boyd K. Packer
17. “While we try to teach our children all about life, our children teach us what life is all about.” —Angela Schwindt
18. “It is more important than ever to make our families the center of our lives and the top of our priorities.” —L. Tom Perry
19.  “When in doubt, choose the kids. There will be plenty of time later to choose work.” —Anna Quindlen
20. “Children will not remember you for the material things you provided, but for the feeling that you cherished them.” —Richard L. Evans

1. “No other success can compensate for failure in the home.” —David O. McKay
2. “When you love what you have, you have everything you need.” —Unknown
3. “The ultimate treasures on earth and in heaven are our children.” —Dallin H. Oaks
4. “Work is work, but family is for life. That’s what really matters to me.” — Akshay Kumar
5. “Seeing the family is a very important part of my weekend.” — Susannah York
6. “Family is a unique gift that needs to be appreciated and treasured, even when they’re driving you crazy. As much as they make you mad, interrupt you, annoy you, curse at you, and try to control you, these are the people who know you the best and who love you.” — Jenna Morasca
7. “For me, family always comes first; I would do anything to protect them.” — Mark Wahlberg
8. “Family and God—that is what’s important. Money, cars, those are things that come and go.” — Fabrice Muamba
9. “What is important is family, friends, giving back to your community, and finding meaning in life.” — Adrian Grenier
10. “It’s very important to prioritize. I know, for me, my family comes first. That makes every decision very easy.” — Jada Pinkett Smith
11. “One’s family is the most important thing in life. I look at it this way: One of these days I’ll be over in a hospital somewhere with four walls around me. And the only people who’ll be with me will be my family.” — Robert Byrd
12. “My family was my guide to my reality.” — Haywood Nelson
13. “My family is everything. I am what I am thanks to my mother, my father, my brother, my sister... because they have given me everything. The education I have is thanks to them.” — Ronaldinho
14. “The single most important factor in our long-term happiness is the relationships we have with our family and close friends.” — Clayton M. Christensen
15. “I’m a minimalist. I don’t really need much to enjoy a good holiday—just my family and the bare essentials.” — Jean Reno
16. “I am blessed to have so many great things in my life—family, friends, and God. All will be in my thoughts daily.” — Lil’ Kim
17. “My family comes first. Maybe that’s what makes me different from other guys.” Bobby Darin
18. “For me, nothing has ever taken precedence over being a mother and having a family and a home.” — Jessica Lange
19. “I’m a lucky person because I’ve been loved a lot. I have a great family.” — Monica Bellucci
20. “My family is more important than my party.” — Zell Miller

How to value family time

We will never have time for our family unless we make time for them. We should always spend time with them because making memories is far better than material things.

Here are some ways on how we could value our time with our families.

Have a work-life balance

Once you become a parent, your life will turn upside down, including how you manage your time. 

We should make every effort to balance our time between work and family. One way to get closer to our children is to be present for them.

Make more memories

Depending on your family’s interests, you should make more memories together. You can make each time special by having a simple dinner or watching movies together. Avoid using your gadgets and wasting your time on social media accounts. Instead, communicate with your family.

It is good to rejoice in trials with your family and how you overcome it together.

Serve God together

The best way to use our time with our family is to serve God together. Going to church every Sunday is one of the best ways to bond with your family. 

Not only are you valuing your family, but you are also discovering your God-given purpose.

Family is next to God

Our first and foremost priority is God, and next is our family. Spending time with them is sacred. 

Despite our busy schedules, God is pleased when we make every effort to make time for our parents or children.

No matter how much our family could hurt us, we are still incomplete without them. One of the reasons there are many broken families worldwide is that people do not spend quality time with their families.