This is a question that has baffled and confused many people for a very long time, because we are not too sure what it is asking of us. However, according to research, everyone does not have the same purpose and apparently there is not any one correct answer to this question.
We are all placed on this earth for many different reasons and sometimes a person does not recognize his or her purpose in a lifetime. The funny thing about that, is that they might have lived their purpose but did not realize that they were. Our purpose may be present and looking us in the face but because we may think too little of it, we refuse to acknowledge it and so it turns into a missed opportunity that could have fulfilled our purpose.
The purpose of life is subjective, and it differs from person to person. With that said, we cannot be envious of what others are doing or have achieved because that was not what you were called to do. They may be living in their purpose or on their way to fulfilling their purposeful journey. Matthew: 6 vs 33 says, “But seek first God’s kingdom and his righteousness and all other things will be added unto you.”
What are you focused on? Are you watching what others are doing and achieving, but have not started out on your journey? Yes, at times we will get discouraged, but it is during these moments that we need to pray and seek God’s guidance, because we cannot do it on our own.
One of the toughest times that we all experienced was during the period of 2020 when COVID19 was in full effect. So many lives were lost, so many of us lost our family members that year, including myself. I lost my husband, so I know that it was one of the toughest periods because I experienced it. I could have given up, but that year I listened to what the Lord had to say to me, and it turned out to be my most productive year. I experienced God revealing to me what my purpose was, and I was obedient to his voice. Luke:11 vs 28 says, “Blessed are those who hear the word of God and obey it.” That still small voice is there speaking to us but sometimes we ignore it.
It may be difficult for everyone to find his or her purpose without the help of a Life Coach or a Counselor. Here are a few ways that you can try to achieve this on your own:
- Reflect on your values and your interests: Identify the things you care about the most. Reflect on the activities that you are passionate about and what makes you feel fulfilled.
- Experiment with new things: Don’t be afraid to try out new things. They can help you discover what you enjoy and what you don’t like. This can also help you to identify your strengths and your weaknesses. Use this opportunity to step out of your comfort zone.
- Practice Gratitude: This can help you to focus on the positive aspects of your life and help you weed out the negative thoughts and actions. This will reveal to you how to appreciate the things you possess.
- Help others: It is such a fulfilling feeling when you help others. It can give you a sense of purpose and fulfillment.
- Reflect on your life experiences: This is one of the most important pieces. When you reflect on your past experiences, it can help you to identify what you have learned and how you have grown. It can help you identify your strengths and your weaknesses and help you to find your purpose.
Be patient in your seeking because it will not happen overnight. Please remember that finding your purpose is a journey and not a destination. It will take time and effort, so you need to be intentional in your seeking. When you are praying for guidance be specific in what you’re asking.
When we take charge of our health and wellbeing, it can help to motivate us, and give us more energy into seeking, finding and identifying our purpose, of who we were called to be. It is absolutely important to identify our purpose, but we should not allow ourselves to feel discouraged if it takes us a while to do so. Everyone does not grow and mature at the same pace, so every discovery will be discovered at a different time.
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I love this. I think this is such a timely topic and discussion. I appreciate you sharing these valuable tips. Often times even those who have found their purpose begin to question their purpose when doubt and fear kicks in. It is important that we are reminded that our purpose comes from God and he does not give us a spirit of fear but of love and a sound mind.