Purpose in Life

The Power of Purpose
By Dr John C. Maxwell

But I want you to know, brethren, that the things which happened to me have actually turned out for the furtherance of the gospel, so that it has become evident to the whole palace guard, and to all the rest, that my chains are in Christ; and most of the brethren in the Lord, having become confident by my chains, are much more bold to speak the word without fear. ....................... Philippians 1:12-14

Paul might have been forgiven had he chosen to take a little sabbatical as he sat in prison, awaiting his trial. Yet he used even this opportunity to advance the gospel. Paul was a leader who never drifted from his mission. He determined to leave his mark wherever he went.

How did Paul sense of purpose keep him in the battle as he sat in prison? What did he learn behind bars? Consider the following:

A purpose will motivate you.
A purpose will keep your priorities straight.
A purpose will develop your potential.
A purpose will give you power to live in the present.
A purpose will help you evaluate your progress.
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After I read the above, I pondered. While Paul sensed his purpose in life, what have I sensed? All the changes that took place in the recent years, what have I learnt? A life transformed by trouble, I supposed. That was it. And transformation still in the progress, maturity comes only when I see my Lord's face.

Dear Lord,
The events happened in my life. Well, it was not what I want, but circumstances just made things forced down my throat - I did not given any choice. Thank God, You were with me then. And I am sure You are with me now as well. Through these, I learnt my mistake, I learnt about Your love, Your grace and all of Your goodness. Play mum and dad is tough, and I want to be mum only, the dad role - Lord, I leave to you ..... Though, You cannot be physically there, I pray for Your presence be with them, let my children know that they have a dad, a spiritual one, that's our Heavenly Father.. And this even motivate me to a better mum to my children. Relying on Your words for strength, and through prayers, things get done miraculously. Becoming spiritually incline to You is practical to me... Through people and things that happening around me, I saw Your power and glory in their lives as well. Lord, thank you for widening my horizons to see Your good works... Lord, living a day to the fullness - in You - is a purpose in my life now... I praise You and worship You... Thank you for Your transformation and more to come, I believe.... Amen