I believe that everything that occurs in our life is part
of who God created us to be, the good, the bad, the ugly. The things that only
God knows, as well as the things others know but you wish they didn’t. The
journey is what gets you there. It’s part of your story and your testimony to
encourage others. Besides, who can tell your story better than you?
We have all said and done things we wish we hadn’t said or
done. We all have things we would change if we could, but if we changed those
things how would God use them to testify of his grace, mercy and glory? I’m
sure some of you may be thinking, well my story has so many things in it that I
could have done without I’d gladly pass them along to someone else.
Unfortunately that’s not the way God planned it. He is able to use every
encounter to encourage someone else and prayerfully to prevent them from making
some of the same mistakes, or as I prefer to call them opportunities for growth
that you have experienced.
Each of us are walking in our own journey. Some of us may have
progressed to points that have us closer to our destiny than others, but
remember wherever you are you are still growing. I don’t believe any of us will
reach the end of our journey until we meet our Lord and Savior, which is when a
new journey begins.
But today we are talking about the journey, plan, vision
and destiny God has for us on earth.
We have talked about different things that we encounter
along our journey that may slow us down. We’ve also talked about how quitting
is not an option.
Well here’s something I’d like you to think about. I’d also
like for you to make a few notes and if you feel comfortable post your thoughts
on the Sisters Steadfast in Faith Facebook page.
As I’ve mentioned our journey is part of our destiny. The
last milestone that you reached is just as important as the next one. Now
here’s my question. What things would you be doing differently if you were at
the next milestone, or further into your journey than where you are currently?
For example, let’s say you have a product that you have
created and you are sharing it on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook. You believe
God’s plan is for you to employ others to sell your product. Have you done
research to find out what is required to have someone else sell your product?
Is there someone you have sold your product to that continuously purchases,
rants and raves about your products and provides you with referrals?
Maybe God wants you to share you testimony on a major
platform to encourage others. Are you only sharing your testimony with Christians
rather than with the people in the world that need to know Jesus?
Are you taking advantage of each opportunity He presents to
you? Are you taking his talents and multiplying them, or have you buried them,
afraid someone will steal them, or take advantage of you?
If you were at the next milestone or even further in your
journey, what would it look like? How would your behavior change? Would you
have more faith because you are further along? If your answer to this question
is yes, then shame on you. Let me remind you of Hebrews 11:1 now faith is the substance of
things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. Regardless of where you are
in your journey your faith should be the same.
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