DISCOVER YOUR PURPOSE

From the beginning of human history, mankind has been grappling with the question: Why am I here? What is the reason for my existence?

Using Biblical precepts, the Christian can discover the purpose of life, design his or her destiny, and direct their achievement.

Remember that you are "called according to His purpose." (Rom. 8:28) Don't think that by tapping into your human resources you will be where you're supposed to be in your life.

Take command of your life by giving God control of your life.

Function in a local church body. That is the second part of God's Great Commission. As Paul explains (I Cor. 12:15-17), the individual Christian cannot function alone. Each is like a specific part of the human body. The finger cannot function unless the brain does. The lungs must work well before the foot can carry the body. All parts of the body - and all parts of the church - must work in harmony.

Share your Christian life with those who do not have it.

Make a list of your dreams and desires. They come under four headings: spiritual, intellectual, physical, and those related to your personality, attitudes, and emotions.

Pinpoint your social desires. This includes your relationships with family, spouse, co-workers, people you associate with in organizations, and those in your church. Fine-tune your financial goals. This has to do with earned money, your productivity, and with the expenditures, giving, and investments throughout your life.

Do what you love. Malcolm Forbes said, "Whatever you like to do, just find a way of doing it. The biggest mistake people make in life is not trying to make a living at doing what they most enjoy."

Help someone. There is no more noble occupation than assisting another human being, or in helping someone succeed. (Alan Loy McGinnis)

Once you discover your God-ordained purpose, you must hold it under the bright, revealing floodlight of His approval.

Seek wise counsel. Surround yourself with people you know and trust - and who know you, your strengths and weaknesses. Tap into their wisdom and experience, ask for their candid appraisal.

Perform and enjoy hard work.

Create your own mission statement. Answer four questions:

WHY do you have this purpose in life?

WHO are you? (What have you accomplished to date? What is the code you live by?)

WHAT do you plan to accomplish in your destiny?

WHEN are these goals to be achieved? (You must have a time line.)

Determine how you will achieve your goals. Start with the overview, details can come later.

Ask yourself, "Is this really what I believe the Lord has planned for me? Am I passionate about this? Can I give my life to this?" Believe that "I can do all things through Him who strengthens me." (Phil. 4:13)

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