"Before I shaped you in the womb, I knew all about you. Before you saw the light of day, I had holy plans for you: A prophet to the nations—that's what I had in mind for you." Jer. 1:5 (The Message)
"Long before he laid down earth's foundations, he had us in mind, had settled on us as the focus of his love, to be made whole and holy by his love. Long, long ago he decided to adopt us into his family through Jesus Christ. (What pleasure he took in planning this!) He wanted us to enter into the celebration of his lavish gift-giving by the hand of his beloved Son." Eph. 1:4-6 (The Message)
You are an unique piece of a puzzle that fits into the masterpiece of God's plan for this moment of existence. You are not a "being" of coincidence or happenstance, you were created on purpose with a purpose and for a purpose. Nonetheless, you are a free moral agent. You can choose your direction and your path. Once you connect with your Creator, you soon discover that although you have the freedom to do whatever you like, all things are not in your best interest. Just because you can, doesn't mean you should. The deeper connection you have with God and submit to his plan for your life, you will soon discover that he orders your footsteps.
Life is simple, yet sometimes we allow it to become complicated. As we experience life, we begin to assume baggage we were not created to carry. We are not made to go through but to GROW through situations, circumstances and various experiences. Challenges shouldn't weaken us but make us stronger and build our testimony reservoir, which we then share with others for their encouragement and edification.
Whatever you are going through, grow through it, claim the victory, share your testimony and keep moving towards fulfilling your divine purpose.
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