"SUCCESS GOD'S WAY"
5). Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. 6). In all thy ways acknowledge him; and he shall direct thy paths.
PROVERBS 3:5-6
How do we become successful? Contrary to the word’s common definition—which usually involves fame, fortune, or power—true success means becoming the person God wants each of us to be: (Hebrews 12:1), offers the following perspective: “Wherefore seeing we also are compassed about with so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which doth so easily beset us, and let us run with patience the race that is set before us.”
Here, we see the keys to success.
First, it is important to find encouragement from the lives of other believers who have seen Christ’s faithfulness and followed His directions. Next, we should get rid of anything that holds us back from obeying God. Finally, we are to persevere, even through difficult or discouraging times. Today’s passage answers our original question: We achieve success only by relying on Jesus for guidance and strength.
God has a wonderful plan for blessing and fulfillment in your life, and part of His plan is that you live with purpose and persistence. The Father’s guidance will become clearer as you read His Word, pray for direction, and seek godly counsel.
Does your definition of success for your life match the good plan God has for you?
-IBC
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