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Day 27, 3-20-23

Freedom through Purpose

Romans 8:28 – And we know that God causes everything to work together for the good of those who love the God and are called according to His purpose for them.

STOP!!!! ….His purpose for me? What does that mean? I go to church. I am even very active in some of the ministries at church. Isn’t that my purpose? I live an honorable life and try to do right. Isn’t that my purpose?

Is your past dictating what you think your purpose is in His kingdom? Past triumphs, failures and losses can entrap one, not allowing freedom to enjoy the present or future. I know for me that my past has held me back because I do not feel worthy to do what He is asking me to do. I have failed and lost confidence in myself. I use the excuse that I tried and maybe someone else is called to that task. I need to step back and let them obey.

Excuses, excuses, excuses!!!! God has made a new way for us. Yes, He loves us that much that He wants us to have purpose. Isaiah 43: 18-19 says “Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past. See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the desert and streams in the wasteland.”

Having a change in your life sometimes leaves you seeking for a new purpose. I recently retired after being in the workforce for over 36 years. I have told God what I want to do or think I want to do. You know what? My life doesn’t seem to be going in that direction. But more than anything, I want to do what He wants me to do. It may be uncomfortable and even scary but I know He knows best. I am asking Him day to day what He wants me to do today.

Then I wait and rest in the Lord. I know that He has a purpose for me and that His timing is perfect. But I am impatient. I like to have a life map to work towards a goal. I need to let Him have the map and be my navigator.

Dear God. Help me to trust you and your calling upon my life.

Debbie Tate

NBC Prayer Chain Captain

NBC CWC President