THE MAIN THEME: HOW DO I GET TO WHERE I AM GOING?

TITLE: TRICK OF THE TRADE

 The bible verse for today’s devotional is: Proverbs 22:29 (NIV)

Do you see someone skilled in their work? They will serve before kings; they will not serve before officials of low rank.

Devotional:

It was another frustrating day at school. John had returned home and the thoughts of dropping out of school came up again. Lately, he had been struggling with his new courses and it was starting to take a toll on him. “When does all this school thing end?” he complained to his father and then stomped off to hide away in his room as he didn’t want another day of being lectured on how he needed to work harder to succeed in life.

John is not alone, sometimes we feel overwhelmed with what we are currently handling and the thought of quitting appears more desirable. Never quit. It is important to know that personal development is a continuous thing.

You will notice that once you have set a goal and attained it, after a while you want to do something else or something bigger. Each new stage comes with its attendant discomfort, uncertainty and challenges. However, if we position ourselves correctly, we increase our chances of success. If you are feeling overwhelmed, it is okay to rest, to ask for directions and to try again.

Decide where you want to go and what you need. Commit to learning what is necessary for the next stage. Directly and indirectly learn from mentors; through books and other media. Surround yourself with like minds. Maintain self-discipline and be grateful for your progress however small or big. Hardwork, diligence, consistency, and progress, not perfection is the trick of the trade. 

Here are a few reflective questions:

• Am I diligent?
• Do I know enough to help me reach my desired goal?
•  Who or what community should I align with to support me to achieve my goals?

Let us pray:

Dear God, I thank you that I am not helpless. Help me locate the resources I need to be all that you have called me to be in Jesus’ name. Amen.

Please say these words of affirmation. Say them, mean them, own them and live them:

• My skills will get me to where I am going.
• I am competent
• I am diligent
• I stand before kings not before ordinary men.

Do have a fulfilling day. Take good care of yourself and see you tomorrow!

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THE MAIN THEME: HOW DO I GET TO WHERE I AM GOING?

TITLE: ROADBLOCKS AND DETOURS

The bible verse for today’s devotional is:  Proverbs 3:5-6 (NIV)

Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight."_  

Devotional:

Life is a journey. Sometimes it feels like you are cruising along, knowing exactly where we’re headed. But then, out of nowhere, a roadblock or detour pops up. You didn’t see it coming, and now you're forced to stop or change direction.

Roadblocks and detours take you off your planned route, leaving you confused and frustrated. But the truth is, they are a part of life. They show up in the form of unexpected struggles, failing a class, dealing with family problems, or facing your own insecurities.

These obstacles can make you feel like you’re never going to get to where you want to be.

But what if those roadblocks and detours aren’t there to stop you but to teach you something important along the way?

Sometimes God allows detours and roadblocks for a reason. Maybe He's redirecting you because He knows there’s a better route ahead. 

Perhaps He’s slowing you down to protect you from something, or to give you the chance to grow stronger in areas of your life. 

Joseph in the Bible faced multiple roadblocks: betrayed by his brothers, sold into slavery, and thrown into prison and forgotten by the butler who he helped while in prison. 

But each detour led him closer to his purpose of becoming a leader who would save his people. 

He was however steadfast through all his experiences.

God has a plan for your life, too. When you hit a roadblock, don’t lose hope. Trust that God is at work, even when the way forward isn’t clear. 

Here are a few reflective questions:

• How do I normally respond when things don’t go as planned?

• What would it look like to trust God’s plan even when life feels uncertain?

Let us pray:

Dear God, sometimes the road ahead feels difficult and confusing.  Teach me to rely on Your wisdom and guidance, knowing that You see the whole picture even when I can’t.in Jesus name.

Please say these words of affirmation. Say them, mean them, own them and live them:

• Roadblocks will not distract me from getting to where I am going.
• I am strong enough to overcome roadblocks, knowing that each challenge helps me grow.

• With God’s wisdom, I navigate life's obstacles with faith and confidence.

Have an awe-mazing day overcoming roadblocks. I’ll see you tomorrow.

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THE MAIN THEME: HOW DO I GET TO WHERE I AM GOING?

TITLE: WHAT DO YOU SEE?

 The quote for today’s devotional is:

“The greatest danger for most of us is not that our aim is too high, and we miss it, but that it is too low and we reach it.”

– Michelangelo

Devotional:

In the bible, in the book of Genesis chapter 15, verse 5, God told Abraham to look into the night sky and attempt to count the stars. This exercise was to help Abraham, who was now an old man trusting God for a baby, to see beyond the physical limitations of his body and environment. Something powerful happens when we visualize and capture what we want in life. Albert Einstein said “Imagination is everything. It is the preview of life's coming attractions”.

In recent times, many people have engaged in the use of visualization tools like vision boards to help them keep in mind what they truly desire. Jack Canfield (author of Chicken Soup for the Soul) talks about a time when he desired a Hundred thousand Dollars in annual income, and he printed a hundred-dollar bill on a piece of paper, added some extra zeros, and attached it to his ceiling so that he would see this first thing in the morning and the last thing at night before sleeping. At the end of that year, he made 92,000 USD in income which was a big leap from his usual 8,000 USD annual income!

We can create a visual image with pictures or words describing our goals, and place these images where we can see them constantly like on our devices, our doors or walls at home/school, or in our vision journals (if you want more privacy). Seeing our vision constantly helps our mind start thinking about how to achieve what we want. Of course, achieving what we want does not stop here, but visualization is a great place to start.

 Here are a few reflective questions:

-          Have I clearly defined my goals?

-          What do I want to achieve in the next 3 months, in 1 key area of my life?

-          Can I find the images or words that describe that goal and place it on a vision board (either physical or electronic) that I can see at least 8 times each day?

Let us pray:

Dear God, I thank you because all things are possible to him who believes. Help me trust you as I implement the divine ideas you give me concerning the visions in my heart, in Jesus’ name. Amen.

Please say these words of affirmation. Say them, mean them, own them and live them:

• Having a vision for my life will get me to where I am going.
• I can visualize my dream
• I am constantly moving towards my goals and dreams!

Do have a fulfilling day. Take good care of yourself and see you tomorrow!

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THE MAIN THEME: HOW DO I GET TO WHERE I AM GOING?

TITLE: PACK UP FOR THE JOURNEY: THE POWER OF VALUES AND BELIEFS

The bible verse for today's devotional is: Proverbs 10:9 (NIV)

“Whoever walks in integrity walks securely, but whoever takes crooked paths will be found out.” 

Devotional:

Every journey requires preparation. Imagine setting off on a long trip without packing a suitcase. You wouldn’t have what you need when you need them and that can be very uncomfortable.

The same is true in life. If you want to get to where you are going, you need to “pack” the right values and beliefs that will help you along the way.

Values are the core principles that guide your thoughts, decisions, words and actions while beliefs determine how you see the world, your perspective to life and purpose.

What you believe about God, yourself, others and your purpose affect how you live and respond to challenges.

If you believe you are loved by God and that He has a purpose for your life, you’ll be more confident when facing obstacles or making tough decisions

Without strong values and beliefs, it's easy to get swayed,  lost or pulled in the wrong direction.

Values like love, punctuality, timeliness, honesty, kindness, intergrity, hardwork, strongwill, respect, and faith are essential tools you need to have in your "backpack" as you journey through life. They help you make wise choices and stay on course, even when life gets tough.

Just like you wouldn’t pack unnecessary items for a trip, you shouldn’t carry beliefs or behaviours that keep you from reaching your goals. These are disempowering. If something isn’t helping you become who God has called you to be, it is best to leave it behind.

These are the treasures that will guide you to where you are going and help you to arrive well and in good time.

Here are a few reflective questions 

Do I have values and beliefs?

• Are my values and beliefs empowering or disempowering?

• Are my values and beliefs helping me grow closer to God and guiding me toward my purpose?

Let us pray:

Dear God, fill my heart with values that reflect Your love and truth. Help me let go of anything that hinders my growth and guide me in living out the values that bring me closer to You in Jesus name Amen.

Please say these words of affirmation. Say them, mean them, own them and live them: 

• Living by values will get me to where I am going.
• choose values that guide me toward my purpose and reflect God's love.

• I let go of disempowering beliefs that no longer serve me and embrace faith and truth.

Have a value-driven day. Take good care of you.

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