For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do. Ephesians 2:10 NIV.
God has a divine plan for your life! However, it is important to acknowledge that there is a defeated devil out there who is determined to hinder your progress. This adversary consistently attempts to prevent us from living the victorious life that God has intended for us through Jesus Christ. He employs various deceptions and distractions to keep us from fulfilling our God-given assignments and responsibilities. But in all these things we overwhelmingly conquer through Him who loved us. Romans 8:37.
It is therefore crucial for us to recognize that no matter what the world may offer to divert us from doing God’s will, it pales in comparison to the incredible plans that God has in store for each of us. God has a purpose for us in every season of our lives. So, instead of fixating on our circumstances, worldly lusts or desires, and the pride of life, we should maintain focus solely on God. When we lose sight of God, we become susceptible to distractions that hinder our true purpose in life.
As Christians, we are to consciously prioritize fulfilling God’s will, plan, and purposes in all areas of our lives. Though, this objective is universal for every member of the body of Christ. However, the path we each embark on to achieve God’s purpose for our lives will be unique to us individually.
God’s plan is flawless, His timing is impeccable, and His motive and heart of love are always for our good. It is ourresponsibility to pay attention to God’s plan because His plan for us is to succeed, advance His Kingdom on earth andlive in victory over the devil, the distractions, lusts and sinful desires that plague our world today.
So, do not get weighed down by the flood of negative thoughts, distractions, deceptions or challenges around you. Avoid becoming so focused on these things or yourself, or your selfish desires. Rather, constantly ensure to keep your heart focused on God and His plan for your life (see Proverbs 19:21, 16:9, and 20:24-25). And as you develop the right kingdom mindset and perspective to life, stay filled with the Spirit and led by the Spirit of God, you are able to keep yourself on track with God’s purpose for your life.
In this article, I will share a few practical tips to help you stay focused on God’s plan for your life in this challenging times.
1. Develop a lifestyle of Prayer:
Take time each day to devote yourself in prayers to the Lord and the plans He has for your life. As you commit every area of your life to God, He will lead you, guide you and bless you abundantly.
2. Become a Word addict: Get addicted to God’s word. It is one thing to go to church on Sunday and hear the pastor’s sermon and another when you take time each day to devote immersing your heart in God’s word. By taking just a few minutes, hour or hours each day to read, study and meditate on God’s word. His word will give you the knowledge and insights you need to discern His will at every point in your life. Let His Word be a lamp unto your feet, guiding you on the path towards His plan.
3. Seek God’s Guidance Always: purpose in your heart to take out time each day to spend in fellowship with God, seek His wisdom and direction in all you do. You’re in team with God, you can’t fulfil His plan for your life alone. As you invite Him into your decision-making process in life and follow His leading, rest assured that your actions will always align with His plan for your life.
4. Follow the Instructions God impresses on your heart: Allow God to guide your steps and trust the visions and dreams He embeds on your heart. Believe that He will qualify you, prepare you and will help you achieve it, and Heal one will be glorified.
5. Network with a Godly Community of People and Build Godly Relationships: It’s becomes much easier to follow in the direction of God’s plans and live in ways that honor him when you have Godly people around you that inspire and encourage you in your walk with God. Surrounding yourself with friends who share your faith and values in God will greatly influence your ability to stay focused on God’s plan.
6. Commit to obeying God and His word: Follow the way God directs you and calls you to live according to His word. Living a life of obedience to God is the highway to living a victorious, fruitful and fulfilling life in Christ Jesus.
7. Live Thankfully: Cultivating an attitude of thanksgiving to God in everything will help shift your focus from worldly concerns to God’s blessings. Take time each day to reflect on God’s goodness and express hearty appreciation for His constant provisions, favor and protection in your life.
8. Stay Grounded in Faith and Spiritual Maturity: Prioritize and Nurture your fellowship with God through consistent lifestyle of prayer, worship, and fellowship. Anchor yourself in the truth of God’s word, His promises and remain steadfast in your faith in Him. Knowing that He’s watching over His word to bring it to pass in your life.
9. Practice Self-discipline: Discipline is very important in staying focused on God’s plan for your life. You need to identify areas of your life that may hinder your progress and put necessary disciplines in place to overcome them. This may involve setting boundaries, spending your time wisely, and making intentional decisions that aligns with God’s will for your life.
10. Set Clear and God-centered Goals: This will help you stay on track on His plan for your life. Seek God’s direction in defining your goals and ensure they are in sync with His purpose for your life. Break down these goals into actionable steps, and regularly evaluate your progress to stay on track.
11. Embrace Patience: You should know by now that God’s plan unfolds in His perfect timing. And His timing may notalways align with our own desires or expectations. In staying focused on God’s plan for your life, you’ll have to trustGod’s timing. That His time is always right and that He is working behind the scenes, orchestrating everything foryour overall good.
What are those things that God has called you to do and impressed upon your life? Hold on to it, believe in God to bring them to pass. Know that there will always be ups and downs, periods of progress and pauses. Nonetheless, you must keep moving forward as God leads you towards accomplishing those dreams and vision. And remember, you’re never alone… God is with you, He’s for you and He’s always at work to fulfill His plans for you. His plan for your life is a million times better than any plan you may have. He is all-knowing, all-powerful and ever-present. He knows the future and He knows how to bring His plan for your life to pass. So, trust in God’s plan with your future!
Let the following Bible verses below inspire and encourage you about God’s great plan for your life:
– Psalms 138:8 NLT: The LORD will work out his plans for my life, for your faithful love, O LORD, endures forever.
– Philippians 1:6 NLT: And I am certain that God, who began the good work within you, will continue his work until itis finally finished on the day when Christ Jesus returns.
– Proverbs 19:21 NIV: Many are the plans in a person’s heart, but it is the LORD’s purpose that prevails.
– Proverbs 3:5-6 NLT: Trust in the LORD with all your heart; do not depend on your own understanding. Seek his willin all you do, and he will show you which path to take.
– Joshua 1:9 NIV: Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go.
And now, brethren, I commend you to God, and to the word of his grace, which is able to build you up, and to give you an inheritance among all them which are sanctified. Acts 20:32.
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