I imagine that
there are few things that could be more disappointing in this life than to look
back over one’s own life and realize that we never made much of an impact with
our lives. Certainly God wants us to be
fruitful in our lives and to have a tremendous influence on the people and
circumstances around us.
You know, God has
given each of us a variety of talents, gifts, likes people with whom we
associate. His purpose for our lives
is to build up, encourage and, above all, to point people to look at
Christ. So, knowing that my purpose in
life is to have a Godly influence on the people and circumstances around me,
how can I best get from where I sit right now…to being able to look back over a
life that has been productive and shows
lasting fruit for my labors.
I believe the
answer is found in a plan of action that requires Intentionality and
Purpose. There is an old adage in the
business world: Proper Planning Prevents
Pretty Poor Performance. Planning
takes thought, insight, direction and above all, it takes a commitment to
putting that plan into action. In our
family, we are currently focusing on this concept of being Purposeful in our
lives. To live with Intent.
Scripture is full
of examples of men and women who had a tremendous influence on those around
them: Abraham, Joseph, Moses, David,
Jesus, Paul to name a few. How can we
also live lives that have that same influence on our families, friends and
communities? It takes vision and it
takes effort! It takes commitment and
it takes courage. Are you willing to
put in the effort? Do you have the
commitment that it will take to succeed?
Do you have the courage to implement your strategy and stick to it?
If you are looking
for help in getting started in this endeavor, let me offer one simple
strategy. There are many ways to go
about this endeavor, but this can help you get moving while you work on
refining your own plan of action.
-LEARN your
gifts, talents and abilities
-KNOW your circle
of influence.
-ENVISION the
purpose that God has for your life.
-PLAN your
strategy (long term first then short term)
-PRAY daily that
God will help you follow His plan and enable you to succeed.
Make Intentional
living a lifestyle and you had better hang on for an exciting ride. But don’t sit in the water waiting for life
to happen. Remember that a rudder on a
ship is ineffective unless that boat is in motion. Get your life in motion and give God the
rudder so you can look back over your life and see what He has done thru you!!!
Blessings,
Keith Anderson
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