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Achieving your Goals
A primary reason why people fail is a lack of direction caused by an unwillingness to take the time to plan ahead. “A man’s heart plans his way, but the Lord directs His steps” [Proverbs 16:9]. To succeed in anything you must have plans and direction. Notice, you make the plans and then you trust God to direct you. Proverbs 14:8 says, “A wise man looks ahead.” Correct planning cures most disorders in your life. And remember, any disorder in your life can cause the death of your dream.
Successful people have a clear sense of direction in every area of their lives. They have the ability to plan ahead and focus on the right things at the right time. If you want to achieve success you must have clear and concise direction. You’ll be surprised how many of your problems can be put down to lack of direction. The apostle Paul said, “I do not run with uncertainty, and I do not fight as one who beats the air” [1 Corinthians 9:26]. He was decisive and he had a target [a purpose] that he was always aiming at.
“One thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind and reaching to those things which are ahead, I press forward toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus” [Philippians 3:13,14]. Your ability to set clear, specific goals for yourself concerning your life will do more to guarantee higher levels of achievement than any other single skill or quality. Absolute clarity about what you want is the starting point of all great accomplishments. |
Chris Demetriou, 02/11/2009 |
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