Then I heard the voice of the Lord saying, "Whom shall I send? And who will go for us?" And I said, "Here am I. Send me!" — Isaiah 6:8 NIV Thinking, planning, and preparing are all well and good, but none of those things will actually fulfill your purpose. To do that you have to act. God doesn't instruct us to overthink everything to death. He instructs us to obey. To hear His call, accept His instructions, and get to work. In the parable of the two sons (Matthew 21:28-32), a father told each of his two sons to go work in his vineyard that day. The first son at first refused to work, but then he later changed his mind and went and did what his father asked of him. The second son promised to go, but then he never did the work he committed to doing. Jesus asked the crowd, "Which of the two did what his father wanted?" The answer, of course, was the first son. The second son said all the right things, but he never acted. Thinking about your purpose and making plans don't count. When God calls us, He expects action. You will always be able to find a good excuse not to act. After all, life is busy and complicated, and there will always be a lot of demands on your time. It is up to you to choose: to keep up with the demands and expectations of society or to obediently say yet to God. Even if, like the first son, you have said no to your purpose time and time again, it is not too late to change your mind and go do what your Father has asked of you. |
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He has saved us and called us to a holy life — not because of anything we have done but because of his own purpose and grace. — 2 Timothy 1:9 NIV God called you to a holy, purposeful life with Him to fulfill His greater plan and purpose. There's nothing you could have done or not done to earn such a distinction. It was given to you because of His grace and love. That is huge! God is trusting you to do something for Him, to further His plans, to bring glory to His Kingdom. Not because He needs the help, but because He wants to do it with you. Can you think of a bigger honor? Even if you feel unprepared or scared or uncertain, it's time to accept that trust and step into the purpose that He has prepared for you alone. - God has put His faith in you, so it's time to put your faith in Him.
Trust that He knows exactly what He's doing and answer His call. When you think about God trusting you with a holy purpose, how does it make you feel? What most inspires you to get going and act, even if you feel scared or unsure? |
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God has put His faith in you, so it's time to put your faith in Him. |
God has put His faith in you, so it's time to put your faith in Him. |
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So I commend the enjoyment of life, because there is nothing better for a person under the sun than to eat and drink and be glad. Then joy will accompany them in their toil all the days of the life God has given them under the sun. — Ecclesiastes 8:15 NIV Your purpose should not feel like a heavy burden or a drag. God created this purpose for you and you for this purpose. It's a part of you, something important and fulfilling, just like your relationship with God. If what you think is your purpose fills you with dread and feels like a chore, then that isn't really your purpose. Your purpose, although it may be difficult or discouraging at times, should be joyful, meaningful work. Sometimes we can let our anxieties and stress overwhelm the joy. When that
happens, it's time to pray and ask God to replace your worries with His peace so you can find that joy again. What is holding you back from joy in your pursuit of your purpose? Why is it a stumbling block? What brings you true joy in your purposeful work? |
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I have not ever acted, and will not in the future act, on My own. I listen to the directions of the One who sent Me and act on these divine instructions. For this reason, My judgment is always fair and never self-serving. I'm committed to pursuing God's agenda and not My own. — John 5:30 The Voice There will always be times when things don't go according to plan. No matter how long you've spent on the plans or how airtight they seem, you can't control everything. Pursuing your purpose in the face of obstacles and detours will require you to be flexible, creative, and, most importantly, a prayer warrior. - When it's time to change your plans, the best counsel you can receive is God's.
Pray about your purpose every day. Keep God looped in about what you are learning, get His advice for overcoming the obstacles you encounter, and celebrate your success with Him. Keep talking to God and keep listening. He won't ever steer you wrong. Do you share everything with God? Or do you only come to Him when you have a problem? How many times a week do you ask for God's wisdom and instructions? Do you think that's enough? |
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Do you know what your purpose is? Are you working to fulfill it? When you get discouraged or tired, lean into God the Father and ask for His help, enthusiasm, and creativity! Come share your thoughts on your purpose. We want to hear from you! ~ Devotionals Daily |
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Taking the time to journal helps reconnect us to God |
The Weekly Purpose Project: A Challenge to Journal, Reflect, and Pursue Purpose |
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What lights a fire in your heart? What are you uniquely suited to do? How do you take the talents God gave you to the next level? Figuring it all out can be a bit overwhelming, but finding the answers will change how you look at your life. The Weekly Purpose Project is a 52-week guided journal that offers a transformational journey to guide you through discovering how to create a life of purpose and chase your dreams.
The Weekly Purpose Project will help you: - Identify your passion--what moves you to want to act
- Discover your gifts--your values, strengths, and talents
- Develop a vision of who to help and how you want to do it
- Take action toward your purpose
This guided journal is perfect for a beginner in faith but is deep and thought-provoking enough for someone with a solid faith foundation. Each week includes: - A theme to focus on
- A short but powerful Bible verse to help you reflect and meditate
- Inspirational insight to guide your thoughts and jump-start your purpose project
- Journaling prompts and lines to help you develop and fuel your sense of purpose
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This 12-month journal: - Showcases beautiful original photography and calming colors
- Includes a ribbon marker so you never lose your place
- Provides ample journaling space but easily fits on your nightstand, in a tote bag, or inside a gift basket
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| The Weekly Self-Care Project: A Challenge to Journal, Reflect, and Invite Balance |
The Weekly Self-Care Project offers thoughtful reflection prompts, inviting questions, beautiful watercolors, and stunning photography to guide you toward a deep contentment no matter your circumstances. With illustrated journaling pages, this 52-week journal: - Includes ideas for taking care of yourself spiritually, physically, and emotionally
- Is highly adaptable, making it perfect for a beginner or someone with a solid faith foundation
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| | The Weekly Gratitude Project: A Challenge to Journal, Reflect, and Grow a Grateful Heart |
It's time to start a project that will grow a grateful heart. The Weekly Gratitude Project is a 52-week guided gratitude journal that offers a life-changing journey through reflection prompts and inviting questions to guide you into a deeper relationship with God. This yearly gratitude journal features beautifully illustrated journaling pages that will help you discover more intimacy and joy in your spiritual life. |
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| The Weekly Prayer Project: A Challenge to Journal, Pray, Reflect, and Connect with God |
Are you ready to accept a challenge that could dramatically change your life? The Weekly Prayer Project invites you to journal, pray, reflect, and connect with God using a 52-week guided prayer journal. You'll learn to pray with intention and explore the different types of prayers found in the Bible, with journaling prompts that guide you to reflect on God's work in your life. |
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| The Weekly Faith Project: A Challenge to Journal, Reflect, and Cultivate a Genuine Faith |
Are you looking for a way to strengthen and cultivate your faith? The Weekly Faith Project is a 52-week guided faith journal that offers a life-changing journey through reflection prompts and inviting questions to guide you into a deeper relationship with God. This yearly faith journal features beautifully illustrated journaling pages that will help you discover more intimacy and joy in your spiritual life. |
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| The Weekly Prayer Project for Kids: Journal, Pray, Reflect, and Connect with God |
The Weekly Prayer Project for Kids helps children 8 to 12 discover the power of all types of prayer and the impact it has in their lives. This year-long guided prayer journal encourages young readers to talk to God about their blessings, hopes, fears, dreams, and more. Fun journaling prompts and beautiful photos and illustrations will keep kids engaged, while Bible verses and mindful reflections will deepen their faith as they develop their own personal relationship with God. And the weekly format is perfect for busy schedules while still building a regular habit. |
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Jesus understands our lives because He was human too |
Jesus understands our lives because He was human too |
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Learn more about Jesus, his hardships, personal struggles, and how similar He is to you. This book features an FAQ in each chapter, along with detailed responses from contributors of He Gets Us and selected writings from New York Times bestselling author Max Lucado. Whether you're exploring faith for the first time, seeking answers to life's difficult questions, or looking for a deeper relationship with Jesus, He Gets Us will be your guide every step of the way. |
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