Sunday, April 26, 2015
Fulfilling Your Destiny
Scripture:
To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven.
Ecclesiastes 3:1 King James Version (KJV)
The above scripture is one of the most popular scriptures known to man. It has been used to represent a multitude of possible scenarios. Among the most common forms of usage are to reflect on the passage of time and the moving of people, things and events in and out of our lives. In the sixties, a young pop group by the name of the Byrds even had a number one hit around the world entitle, "Turn! Turn! Turn! (to Everything There Is a Season)"
However, for me it holds an even deeper meaning. For me it is representative of the fact that everything that we go through in this life has a purpose and is a part of the whats and the reasons why we have been created by God. Every connection that we make, every moment and event that we experience, every lesson that we learn is to prepare us and bring out our destiny. A destiny that was placed inside of us even before we were born.
Everyone in the world has a purpose. Those who understand this know that in order to be fulfilled, it becomes necessary for each of us to find out what that purpose is. Finding purpose is the catalyst to understanding our destiny. Our destiny is that thing inside of you that can never be completely whole until you fill it with meaning and and a reason to exist.
Even though you may run into obstacles and roadblocks, continue moving towards your destiny. Even when others try to sabotage and undermine your efforts, keep your eyes on the prize. People will join you on your journey and then for no apparent reason, walk away. That's okay because when your steps have been ordered by the Lord long before you ever even started, it doesn't matter who stays and who goes.
So find your passion and make it your purpose. Your purpose is why you are here. Work and develop the gift that God has already placed inside of you and walk into your destiny!
The steps of a good man are ordered by the Lord, And He delights in his way. Psalm 37:23
Be blessed and be a blessing
Prayer:
Father God, sometimes I get confused by things that are happening in my life. I grow weary and tired and feel as though I no longer have the strength to keep fighting the good fight of faith. I sometimes forget that everything I go through is for a purpose and that purpose is to serve You. Forgive me for growing weary and listening to the lies of the devil. Strengthen my resolve to be faithful and serve You. Help me to get out of my own way and surrender my will to You. Have mercy on me, Your sometime unfaithful servant. Now Lord, I pause to give thanks for Your word that continues to inspire and encourage even someone as unworthy as me. Thank you Father for loving me even when I don't feel loved. Bless Your name Lord and most of all, thank You for the greatest gift that was ever given. Redemption through Your Son, Jesus Christ in whose Name we pray. Amen.
To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven.
Ecclesiastes 3:1 King James Version (KJV)
The above scripture is one of the most popular scriptures known to man. It has been used to represent a multitude of possible scenarios. Among the most common forms of usage are to reflect on the passage of time and the moving of people, things and events in and out of our lives. In the sixties, a young pop group by the name of the Byrds even had a number one hit around the world entitle, "Turn! Turn! Turn! (to Everything There Is a Season)"
However, for me it holds an even deeper meaning. For me it is representative of the fact that everything that we go through in this life has a purpose and is a part of the whats and the reasons why we have been created by God. Every connection that we make, every moment and event that we experience, every lesson that we learn is to prepare us and bring out our destiny. A destiny that was placed inside of us even before we were born.
Everyone in the world has a purpose. Those who understand this know that in order to be fulfilled, it becomes necessary for each of us to find out what that purpose is. Finding purpose is the catalyst to understanding our destiny. Our destiny is that thing inside of you that can never be completely whole until you fill it with meaning and and a reason to exist.
Even though you may run into obstacles and roadblocks, continue moving towards your destiny. Even when others try to sabotage and undermine your efforts, keep your eyes on the prize. People will join you on your journey and then for no apparent reason, walk away. That's okay because when your steps have been ordered by the Lord long before you ever even started, it doesn't matter who stays and who goes.
So find your passion and make it your purpose. Your purpose is why you are here. Work and develop the gift that God has already placed inside of you and walk into your destiny!
The steps of a good man are ordered by the Lord, And He delights in his way. Psalm 37:23
Be blessed and be a blessing
Prayer:
Father God, sometimes I get confused by things that are happening in my life. I grow weary and tired and feel as though I no longer have the strength to keep fighting the good fight of faith. I sometimes forget that everything I go through is for a purpose and that purpose is to serve You. Forgive me for growing weary and listening to the lies of the devil. Strengthen my resolve to be faithful and serve You. Help me to get out of my own way and surrender my will to You. Have mercy on me, Your sometime unfaithful servant. Now Lord, I pause to give thanks for Your word that continues to inspire and encourage even someone as unworthy as me. Thank you Father for loving me even when I don't feel loved. Bless Your name Lord and most of all, thank You for the greatest gift that was ever given. Redemption through Your Son, Jesus Christ in whose Name we pray. Amen.
