“…But He endured the cross” Hebrews 12:2
Earlier this week we briefly mentioned a powerful trio that I stated we would see again. The implementation of this trio, I’ve discovered is one of the keys that will unlock the door to success in every arena. The three words in question are: Patience, Focus and Endurance. I would like to encourage you to research these words, apply their meanings to your everyday life, and you will observe a vast difference.
One of the areas where a number of people need the most developing is patience. We have a tendency to stand beside a micro wave and become disturbed that it’s taking too long! I would even dare to say that most of the adversities that we have encountered have been because we have attempted to advance at the incorrect time. We became like Sarah and Abraham (Genesis 16)….and produced an Ismael! Patience = Trust. The display of patience (or the lack of it) is an outward indication of our inward countenance. Who’s really in control? If the correct person is in control – we can as David did wait on the Lord (Psalm 40:1).
However, as I wait – I must not lose sight of where I’m going. Regardless of any detour signs, apparent road blocks, potholes, and bumps along the way – I must stay focused! I must remember that all of these have been assigned to me because the enemy is trying to distract me….and God is attempting to advance me to my next place. However, if I can’t maintain my focus now – why should I be given more? Who’s really in control?..... My ability to remain focused in the midst of chaos will tell the story! (Philippians 3:14)
Endurance! The word alone informs me that I’m going to meet opposition. My ability to reach my goal is contingent upon my ability to remember that I’m not running a “50 yard dash”! I must learn to “pace” myself, not become overwhelmed and never quit. Our race is long, our journey through high, and low terrain. Alone – but not lonely. Difficult but not impossible. Who’s really in control? Your ability to endure – as a good soldier – will reveal the answer. (II Timothy 2:3)
These three words when properly applied, will allow us to be anchored in, and to discover God’s true design for our lives. The strength of my durability (endurance) relies on my ability to not become frustrated (patience) and to keep my eye on my God’s appointed destination (focus) for me.
So, it’s truly a control issue. How did Christ endure all that He encountered? It was because He KNEW that His Father was really in control of His life and the outcome of every situation. Do you…without a shadow of a doubt know who’s really in control of your life? ...... Your reactions during your next seemingly impossible situation will reveal the truth!
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