Life is hectic. So many things grasp for our attention, and we wear “busy” like a badge of honor that indicates a full life, when really our lives are just stuffed, and not in a good way.
The Internet and social media berate us with a need for MORE – do more, be more, have more, want more, work more, and worst of all, others have more.
This can lead us to rushing from task to task without any real purpose. There’s no time to stop and evaluate what we are doing.
I lived this way for a long time. Then some big changes happened, and I was forced to stop. After getting married in July and becoming a wife and stepmom of two, I settled into our new home, the kids started school, and I found out I had no job. So many of the things that had filled my days before the wedding (kids, work, wedding planning) were suddenly gone, and I was completely at a loss. What was I supposed to do? What am I going to tell people? What is my husband going to think? So many thoughts, fears, and questions ran through my mind, but I felt like God was saying, “Just STOP!” I was constantly going but was never getting anywhere. Everything had to stop for me to wake up and realize this.
My husband offered the initial words of wisdom that maybe this was a new opportunity. I could figure out what I really wanted to accomplish. I could pursue dreams that had long been left on the shelf. Gradually, I began to realize this opportunity for myself. I didn’t want to go back to the busy life I had before. I wanted to live purposefully, not aimlessly.
I hope things in your life don’t have to come to a screeching halt in order for you to start living with purpose. Join me daily in the month of October as we pursue a life of purpose. This month we’ll be talking about:
- Dreams
- Goals
- Habits
- Self-care
- Faith
- Motivation
- Book Reviews and
- GIVEAWAYS!!!
I want to bring you alongside this journey with me and help you pursue a life of purpose, not just a life of busyness. I want us to choose the best things, not just the good things. Be sure to subscribe so you don’t miss a day of this series!
See you tomorrow!
Barbie says
I was laid off from my administrative job at my church last September. I helped plant the church and served the pastor and community there for over 12 years. I’ve been trying to rediscover my purpose in life. This will be refreshing to read.
Stephanie Adele says
I’m so sorry to hear that. A job’s end is difficult, especially when you are so invested. I hope I can help encourage you, and I will definitely be praying for you!
Jenna McMurphy says
I’m looking forward to following along! I am coming off a difficult ending of a season, and more than anything, I want to find God’s purpose for me in the here and now … making the most of every day He gives me. 🙂
NiftyBetty says
Stopping by from #write31days! Our topics are very similar. It’s nice to find others that are in similar situations to help encourage each other. I’ll definitely be following along.
Stephanie Adele says
Thanks for stopping by! I’ll have to check out your series, too!