MAKING GOALS AND ACHIEVING THEM (PART 6)

Write it down! Sometimes we don’t realize the power in this exhortation. Those who study neuroscience know the psychology behind the power of writing things down. But for the average person, it is sufficed to know that writing down those goals gives a powerful message to the brain to achieve them. Those who write down their goals and dreams are far more likely to achieve them than those who don’t. 

Habakkuk 2:2b-3 Write the vision; make it plain on tablets, so he may run who reads it. For still the vision awaits its appointed time; it hastens to the end – it will not lie. If it seems slow, wait for it; it will surely come; it will not delay. ESV

Sometimes our circumstances, whether past or present, determine what goals we will set. Don’t let the economy, your current paycheck, your current level of ability etc. determine the dreams you have or what you can accomplish. God always calls us to do greater than what seems physically possible. God’s admonition to the children of Israel through his servant Moses is the same to you today.

Deuteronomy 31:6 Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the LORD your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you." (NIV)

Nothing grows in the place of comfort. Growth is only made possible through resistance. The dream God has for you will probably scare you a little bit or at least make you uncomfortable. This is a good thing! When it comes to your dreams, a little bit of anxiety is a good thing! The men and women that God used greatly were given task that was naturally impossible, but with God all things are possible! If you’re willing to take a step in the right direction, you will find God’s empowerment meeting you to accomplish more than you’ve ever dreamed! A higher life than you ever thought possible is ahead of you! This is your year! This is your time! Now is your opportunity to be…

MAKING GOALS AND ACHIEVING THEM

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