"Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and your plans will succeed." Proverbs 16:3
Question: As of this moment, can you consider yourself successful? Yes/No
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Question: In which area of your life do you think you succeed?
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Question: Which area do you think you failed?
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Question: Which area are you still working on?
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As we all know "Success" is the accomplishment of something that you have been working on, for example a goal of losing 20 lbs. or a dream to become a professional in your line of work. Whatever it is, it is natural for us to aim success in our lives. However, success does not come easy. Many have spent much time even a life-time before they actually can say that they are successful. Some succeed at work but fail in marriage. And sadly even though they tried the hardest, some don't achieve it at all. Why? What is wrong? In this topic, we will see what God says about how to be successful and not only for just one aspect of our lives but in everything:
- First is we need to "Commit" or have a sense of commitment to succeed. Have you ever known someone who does not have a sense of commitment? You can tell that there is something wrong with his/her life. It is like driving a car without knowing where to go.
- Second is to succeed in all aspects of life our commitment should be"to the Lord" our creator. We need to seek him and his Words. We need to know what he thinks about our decisions. Whether it is small or big, the decision that we are gonna make should not only be decided by us or by our family, but we must also consider God's opinion. God can always help. His wisdom is supreme.
Why we should commit to the Lord?
- Because he is the Alpha and Omega and he knows everything, the past and even the future and he knows what will be the ending of everything. He knows if it will be good or not.
Just imagine God as the driver who knows the road so well that he will never accidentally drive you to a cliff and fall.
That is why..
- Third, we must commit to the Lord "whatever we do" meaning "all", no restriction, no reservation. Whether it is financial, family or even in our daily decision makings because God knows best. Sometimes, some part of our lives are not doing good because we never ask God to help us with it, or even if we pray for it, we still do it our way not God's way. If we commit everything to the Lord, then the next word says..
- Fourth, "And your plans will succeed". "And" (used to connect words of the same part of speech, clauses, or sentences that are to be taken jointly) so success is always a part of obedience to his Word that is why the scripture joined the phrase "your plans will succeed" with committing or trusting God.
Committing to Lord can change and better our lives. God does not want us to waste our lives to something that is not even good for us. If we commit ourselves to him, he will give us hope and open our eyes to what he thinks is best. If we commit to him, we must totally rely on his capability. We need faith in order to do this, we must believe and trust him.
Remember, God will never put to shame those who trust in him.
Therefore... "Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and your plans will succeed." Amen.
SOMETHING TO DO:
Now, remember the last question, "Which area you are still working on?" Whatever area that is, commit this to the Lord and see how God works.
PRAYER:
Dear Lord,
Thank you for everything that you have done for me at the cross. Thank you for saving me. Today, I want to commit myself to you, I know that you are my God and that you care for me, but I haven't committed myself to you lately. Please help me that you will be the center of my life. Please take over and help me succeed, not only in one part but in all aspects especially those that are not pleasing unto you. Oh God, I cannot do this alone. Help me with everything. This is what I pray in Jesus name, Amen.
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