Certainty of purpose is the first step toward the mark of achievement. Enduring, lasting, effective, and noticed achievement will not take place if you are unsure of your purpose.
Too often, people sail away seeking their own destination. Many times, in course, their minds are changed and the sails get set in new directions. For this reason much time, energy and resources are used up.
It is for this reason that James says in chapter 1 and verse 5 that "if anyone lacks wisdom he should ask God for it, who will give it liberally and does not resent being asked." Friends, God wants to reveal His purposes and plans to you. When you are uncertain, He wants you to seek Him and as you do, he promises to give you an answer.
However, James goes on in verse 6 to give a warning. He says that one should, "ask in faith, with no doubting, for he who doubts is like a wave of the sea driven and tossed by the wind." Verse 7, "For let not that man suppose that he will receive anything from the Lord, (8) he is a double-minded man, unstable in all his ways."
Don't be like a wave of the sea driven and tossed by the wind in every direction! Seek God's purpose. Then, once you feel you have it, be decisive. Use your mind, the tool God has given you, and figure out what to do. Take daily action toward achieving your purpose.
Matthew 21:22 "IF you believe, you will receive whatever you ask for in prayer." LISTEN, you will get exactly and only what you ask and work for!
"Successful people move on their own initiative, but they know where they are going before they start." -Napoleon Hill
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