Thrive:
Indeed, the very hairs of your head
are all numbered. Don’t be afraid; you are worth more than many
sparrows. Luke 12:7
The truth in this
passage is so simple, but unbelievably easy to overlook.
When we are called
to do something that can cause great strife for us, our Lord, Jesus
reminds us of our worth to Him. In His wisdom He sets forth a plan
save as many lives as He can. He calls us to play a part, though it
may be dangerous and hard.
Jesus gives us the
gift of assurance. Knowing that we are immeasurably important to the
God of the universe is assurance that we please Him. It is assurance
that we will be able to do the task that we are called to do. And in
this confidence we are gifted with, we move forward into the place we
are called to serve. We don't start there, but must grow into it. His
grace is sufficient for us, because we are so deeply valued by Him.
Take this as a call to action. This
assurance provides us with the opportunity to move out into the goals
that we have before us. What will you do with them now that you know
your value?
Grow:
Sometimes it is difficult to believe
that our goals have value or that even the small tasks we are
required to do have real weight. Yes, in fact it all matters. Lack of
emphasis does not mean that it lacks value. Don't get caught up in
judging your circumstances.
There are no shortages of resources out
there that will give you pointers on how to achieve your goals, but I
want to boil it down here so that you have the thirst to go out and
find more.
Meet Your Goals:
- Ask yourself what you want to accomplish.
- Write it down and put it somewhere where you will see it often.
- Take a small step each day.
- Know that if you have committed yourself to Christ and He has told you to do something that He will be your strength when it gets rough.
- Frequently, revisit your goal and measure your accomplishments.
- Tweak as necessary.
- Don't give up, never give up.
- Repeat with each new goal.