Do you know what your purpose is in life? If not, I’d like to suggest that you take
steps to find out what it is. I heard
someone say today that living without purpose is harder than living with pain. I think that a lack of purpose can lead to a
life of regret. Time is going by so
fast! We are here on earth for such a
short time… what can we do to accomplish something, to live purposefully, to
make our lives meaningful?
How can we discover
our purpose in life?
I am not an expert, but I believe that goal-setting helps us
to find our purpose in life. Are you
struggling to find out what your goals should be? Don’t wait any longer. Take action and be intentional about setting goals and discovering your purpose in life.
Step 1: Seek God’s
guidance. Accept His gift of
salvation through His Son, Jesus Christ.
Repentance is the key that unlocks the door. We all need a Savior. Come to God in humility, and accept His gift
of salvation.
Step 2: Identify
what is in your heart to accomplish. Explore your dreams! Use your talents. Make a list of your dreams, talents, and
desires, and start from there. Use the
tips and suggestions in “Goal Setter’s Journey” to get on a path of setting
goals and taking steps to achieve them.
Your life’s purpose will come into focus through this process!
Step 3: Be
intentional. Be decisive. Don’t be negative. Don’t tell yourself you have no goals. Don’t tell yourself you have no talents. Tell yourself that God created you for a
reason. He has given you life, and this
is your time. Your goal-setting progress
will reinforce your purposeful living, as you continually seek God’s will and
direction in your life. You will
accomplish goals and you will be content knowing that you are living your
purpose in life!
The Devotion below is my favorite verse in the Bible. If we truly believe God’s Word and accept the
truth in this verse, then it doesn’t matter what has happened in the past, or
how much time has gone by, or what your life circumstance is at this
moment. God will work all things
together for your good. That is the principle that should encourage your heart as you set goals and seek your purpose
in life!
Devotion
And we know that God
works all things together for the good of those who love Him, who are called
according to His purpose. Romans 8:28
Prayer:
Lord, your Word is
comforting and encouraging, and speaks right to our hearts. I pray for those who feel as if they are
leading lives without purpose. Help them
today to believe your Word. Help them to
see that you created them for a purpose!
You are able to work everything together for our good. Help us to honor you by living purposeful
lives. Help us to set goals and
intentionally take steps to achieve them.
Help us to keep our eyes on you, the Giver of Life and Purpose! In Jesus’ name, Amen.
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