The world is full of comments such as “you will not make it” or “ you will not succeed”. But something within us, drives us to attain our goals. We want something, and we will do what it takes to achieve that goal. We are determined to succeed. But first, we must have a goal. First, we must have a hope. Proverbs 13:12 Hope deferred makes the heart sick, but a longing fulfilled is a tree of life. Yes, the struggle to get to what we want to achieve, may at times, makes us feel weak, unsettled. But in all this, the goal, of our hope, is always right there in front of us. We can see our goal. We never lose sight of it. But we must wait, until the right time, when we can have that longing fulfilled, and we become oh so much stronger, and alive, like a tree of life. Friends, do not lose sight of your goal. Do not give up hope and say “it’s not for me”. It is for you. But you must believe. You must have faith God wants the best for you. To achieve your goal, to achieve your happiness and joy. Yet in all this, we must strive for our goal. We must receive inspiration after inspiration to encourage us to move forward. We look around us, and we see that the ultimate goal, is not to achieve financial success. The ultimate goal in life should be; Spiritually, to know our Maker. Ps 42:1-3 The ultimate goal in life should be; Physically, to have a perfect family, surrounded by love. SOS 5:8 The love from God, the love and encouragement from family, to achieve, attain, these are the grounding tools of an inspired life. To be a better person. To be a better role model and example. Paul writes, Philippians 4:13 For I can do everything through him, who gives me strength. Through Christ, through Christ’s inspiration, we can attain for ourselves, a far better outlook on life. A life of loving. Being an example to others, is a great struggle, and a great reward. Struggle, as we put others first. Reward as we see them grow strong in the faith. In all my years as a Christian, I believe two or 3 people stand out. Ps Norm. Ps Ruth. And one who never falls sexually. They are massive inspirations to me. They don’t/didn’t talk the talk. They walk the walk. Through a person, we can achieve such hope for life, as they are always there for us. A final challenge: Tell someone “ you are my inspiration, to keep going”. Whose inspiration are you? Love to you all. Stay blessed.
MCC Admin
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