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Posted on December 25, 2015 in Purpose in Life by

Happy December! Yes, we are still in December for those of you who are longing for the New Year… don’t rush it, let’s take time to relish in the NOW and how far we have come for the last 12 months. As the song writer wrote, count your blessings, one by one. Much has happened, some started the year with us and are no more, some have encountered challenges and oppositions yet some have experienced great breakthroughs, promotions, joys on many levels in relationship, education, career, business, etc. Whatever the case, let your 2015 go down as your best year yet!

Let’s consider this scripture, “They soon forgot His works; they did not wait/consider His counsel.” Psalms 106:13 These Word challenged me as I realized how quick I am to descending to the place of sorrow that is often ensued by remarkable moment/successes in my life. Then it dawned on me that I had forgotten that some of the high moments I have experienced this year were as a result of some of the deepest pain and experiences I have been through. To keep the right perspectives here are some points that I have found helpful.

1. Awake

Awake or acknowledge where you are, without judgment or attachment to the past, present or future. Remember no one owes you anything but only you can choose to give, afford yourself whatever you wish–a mindset, a new belief system, forgiveness, or a physical thing. What you own will own you, so learn to own only that which is of value to you and let go of what is not serving you.

2. Awareness

Be aware of what you are going through. Whether you know it or not, your feelings/emotions influence your thoughts, words and ultimately your behavior. Truly, “as a man thinks so is he/she.” So, awareness is the first step to any breakthrough because if you can identify, acknowledge and be aware of that thing, it begins to loose its grip on you—and that is breakthrough in on itself. Only what you give meaning and power holds you down or raises you up!

3. Affirm

Affirm yourself in your next move forward. Now that you’ve identified the issue or state of mind that triggers the cause of your actions/behavior, it is time to uninstall the old software and install anew software—the one pivoted to what you want to achieve moving forward. You will only find a breakthrough if you are willing to get rid of the old belief and replace it with an empowering one. It’s like uninstalling an infected software from your computer in this case your head, and installing a new one.

Friends, I wish to encourage you by the word of the LORD not to despise where you’ve been, are or find yourself because of what transpired since January or even before then.  But rather to exhort you to believe and embrace the truth—that Your Maker knows your end from your beginning. Note that nothing last forever, and that it’s in the duality of life where we find meaning, purpose and fulfillment even in the things we suffer through. Even Jesus learned obedience through the things He suffered! Yes, your challenges, sorrow or pain will turn to victory, joy and peace in His timing if you hold on to His promises in faith. Don’t take it from me, listen to Solomon, “sorrow is better than laughter, for by a sad countenance the heart is made better.” Eccles.7:3.

As we conclude 2015, let us count our blessings one by one, embrace the good, the bad and the ugly, and allow He who knows all to guide and direct our path in trust—trusting that He knows all–and that His will is to prosper you and I despite our experiences.  And, whatever 2015 represent for you, I pray His grace will lead you to see the beauty,  treasures and wisdom of then, to seeing the joy, glory, victories and growth looming ahead by keeping your heart content whether you be with or be without.  May 2015 be your best yet, and may your future be even brighter.  Wishing you a merry Christ-Mass and a blessed 2016!!!

 

 

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