Daily Living Your Destiny

Jesus was just 33 years old when he died, but He got so much done during His short time on earth. He healed the sick, made the blind see (among other miracles), He traveled, learned, served, ministered, saved the world…. He had a purpose and a plan and executed it precisely. You know, we all can have the same kind of life – one that is filled with extraordinary accomplishments and fulfillment. We just have to get in tuned with the Holy Spirit, figure out what talents and gifts God placed in us, and work to develop them to in order to become what He created us to become.

 

As we walk daily in God’s perfect plan for us, below are some things to keep in mind in order for us to stay on track:

1.)    Thank God that we don’t have to live a life of chance.

The blessings we receive are not mere coincidences.

“’For I know the plans that I have for you,’ says the Lord. “’They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope.’” (Jeremiah 29:11, KJV)

Lean on this scripture whenever you feel like you are losing your way. God already knows how to guide you.  There is an expected destination for you.  If you have seen “Slumdog Millionaire,” you’ll remember that all of Jamal’s life experiences ultimately lead him to his destiny.  I know that this was just a fictitious movie, but God’s will and timing sort of work the same way.  We may not understand the purpose for what we are experiencing “now,” but God sees the beginning and the end of our lives; He knows how all of the pieces fit together in order to get us to His destination.  We just need to trust Him.

2.)    Spend time with the Lord.

Before you start your day, seek the Lord. Pray for His guidance, ask Him to bless your day and continuously guide you into the life He destined you to have. Don’t wait “for” your future to happen. Your destiny is happening TODAY!  Pray for the knowledge to add something to it everyday. Ask the Lord to show you how to get there. “My people are destroyed for lack of knowledge…” (Hosea 4:6 KJV) Don’t miss your appointed life because you didn’t take the time to get God’s insight on it each day.

3.)    Expect God to answer your prayers and guide you everyday.

You can’t get what you desire if you don’t believe. Believe that God has the power and wisdom to lead you in and to your destiny; that He loves you enough to see you get to your own promised land…the land where your destiny, happiness, and YOU intersect. “For everyone that asks receives; he who seeks finds; and to him who knocks, the door will be opened.” (Matthew 7:8 NIV)

4.)    Start thinking BIG. “Delight yourself in the Lord and He will give you the desires of your heart…” (Psalms 37:4 NIV)

Nothing is impossible. Do you dream of owning an airline, creating a new clothing line, becoming an international reporter?  Do you like to perform, sing, dance, or act?  Are you good in photography, graphic or web design?  Would you like to travel or do missions work?  God places dreams and desires inside of us. Many times, the desires we have are ones He Himself has placed in us.  So believe that He wouldn’t just tease us with them.  He wants to lead us step by step in order for them to come to pass.

5.)    Don’t dwell on the mistakes you make.

The devil is always ready to remind you of the times you didn’t do well. That’s why it’s important to read your Bible daily so you can begin to believe and develop the confidence to reject the devil’s cunning ways. God knows what you will do before you even do it. He’s not surprised when you make a mistake, but He knows how to get you back on the right track. You can’t be destroyed by the devil’s tactics if you are filled with knowledge.

6.)    Obtaining your destiny will not be easy.

“… Run to win. All good athletes train hard. They do it for a gold medal that tarnishes and fades. You’re after one that’s gold eternally. (The Message, I Corinthians 9:24-25)

If everyone had the faith, patience, and endurance to get to their destiny, there would be more happy and successful people in the world. It is so much easier to give up rather than to hope for what you want. The devil wants you to fail, but there is a higher authority (Our God) that will make sure you won’t. You just have to do your part: seek Him, obey, and believe.

“I don’t know about you, but I’m running hard for the finish line. I’m giving it everything I’ve got. No sloppy living for me! I’m staying alert and in top condition.” (The Message, I Corinthians 9:26)