Taking that first courageous step toward something we want is often the most difficult. But if we ever want to achieve what it is we desire, it is necessary. Why is the first step so difficult though? What is it that so often hinders us so early on in our journey? The answer is simple, if not cliché: it’s fear of where the journey will take us.
Tag: Self Discovery
As humans, I believe each of us has a deep yearning in our hearts to know that we are here for a purpose. And how do we find the answer to the mystical questions, “What is my legacy? What am I supposed to do until I find it? Will I find it?”
I believe that Paul said it best when he wrote Philippians 3:10 “My determined purpose is that I may know Him, that I may progressively become more deeply and intimately acquainted with Jesus.“
When someone says to me “Help me to find my purpose,” I am humbled. I pray that my words will be guided by the Holy Spirit to gently walk beside a person on their journey, to be the light and love of Jesus and to meet the person right where they are, and to guide and encourage a deeper and more intimate relationship with Jesus, to know that His mercy, grace, forgiveness and love are endless.
I am reminded of a quote from Eric Liddle in the inspiring movie, Chariots of Fire when he said “I believe God made me for a purpose, but he also made me fast. And when I run I feel His pleasure.” That is a good starting place as you ponder the question, “What is my purpose?”.
So, I invite you to fill in the blank, “When I __________, I feel God’s pleasure.”