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Designing The Life You Want

The wisdom of the prudent is to give thought to their ways, but the folly of fools is deception.
Proverbs 14:8

Design the life you want and your world will change! Here are three principles that will help you do it. 1) Understand that God wants you to succeed. Give up the mistaken idea that this earthly life has no value. God delights in our success, what parent wouldn’t? "What is success anyway?" you ask. It's the progressive achievement of a God-given goal, resulting in feeling good about your life. Listen: "Carefully follow the terms of this covenant, so that you may prosper in everything you do" (Deuteronomy 29:9).

2) Consult God, and then set definite goals. Solomon says, "We should make plans - counting on God to direct us" (Proverbs 16:9). If you're constantly caving in to stress and confusion, you may be on the wrong track. Go back and check with God! It's His will for you to succeed in these six areas: 1) spiritual 2) family 3) physical 4) mental 5) social 6) financial.

3) Invest in yourself. Listen: "Though it cost all you have, get understanding" (Proverbs 4:7). If you're willing to spend money in a fine restaurant but not on good books, your future is already determined. The first book you need to invest in is a Bible. John writes: "...and the Word was God" (John 1:1). Each time you deposit God's Word within you, you're depositing more of God. Think how that affects every area of your life! Cultivate a teachable spirit. Listen: "Let the wise listen and add to their learning" (Proverbs 1:5). Go ahead: design the life you want. Why? Because only you can!

Prayer
Heavenly Father, get me in and keep me in your Word – which is Life – and life in its fullest. In Jesus' Name, Amen