10/01/2024
*WHAT DO YOU DESIRE?*
I have come to see that there is confusion in the hearts of many of God’s children concerning their “purpose”, “destiny”, or the call of God on their lives. We typically approach this topic with the idea that we have all been pre-programmed to do something in life, but most never quite figure out what it is.
As I look back over many years of growing in the Lord, I can now see more clearly that in most cases it is God who has created us with the capacity to long for and pursue whatever our heart desires. It's not so much what God desires, but what we desire as we fellowship with Him.
In the Bible we find evil desires, lust, etc., and godly desires. Typically, an evil desire will be self-centered, and a godly desire will ultimately bless others. The desires of some grow over time while others are content with more simple desires. Some desire to reach the world while others desire to bless their family and friends. Some desire to create a business or a product while others desire to do charitable works for those less fortunate.
Too often we feel we must have three dreams and a vision in order to know what God has called us to do, when in fact God is waiting to empower us to pursue our desires!
_May he grant your heart’s desires and make all your plans succeed._ *(Ps. 20:4 NLT)*
_He will fulfill the desire of those who fear Him . . ._ *(Ps. 145:19)*
_… And the desire of the righteous will be granted._ *(Prov. 10:24)*
What do you desire? What is your dream? You can begin today to walk in your desire. Do you wish to reach the world with a major ministry? You can begin by leading someone to the Lord. Do you wish to pastor a church? You can begin by pastoring your family. Do you wish to be successful in business? You can study business and prepare yourself.
_A desire accomplished is sweet to the soul_ *(Prov. 13:19)*
Rather than be frustrated because you aren’t sure why you are on this earth, why not begin to co-labor with the Lord toward your desires? What awakens in you as you grow in your fellowship with God? Music? Sports? Science?
We are all created with the capacity to dream and desire. Just be sure that others get blessed from your accomplishments.
_“If you abide in Me, and My words abide in you, you will ask what you desire, and it shall be done for you.”_ *(John 15:7) AMEN