Notes from this week's podcast: Existing for God (Finding Your Purpose)

When we live bottom side up, we miss so many of the blessings of God -- and even missing our life-fulfilling purpose. 

First Question: What is this life all about? What is this season of my life all about? (Why are we here anyway? At this particular time?)

- The world would say: I exist for my pleasure.

> Pursue your own ambitions, your happiness and satisfaction.

(Red flag) Where is surrender? Where is humility?

 - The Word is clear: Pursue God. We exist for God. 

** I have a purpose, but it's all about God's purpose for me. **

(Generally, it's to obey and worship God.)

(Checkpoint) We see passed ourselves and see others -- passed me but about the Master.

* It's not wrong. . . except if the motive is not right

                        . . . except if it wasn't what God had purposed for me/you

For example: I wanted to help lead others to fall more in love with God. 

Practical Implementation: (1) Pray the Scripture for 21 days. (2) See how the Holy Spirit directs you. 

Second Question: When will I know specifically what I am to pursue? 

- Pursue a love relationship with God. 

Indicators: (1) You will have a passion about the assignment. (2) It will incorporate your spiritual gift. (3) You will have total peace. 

What if I haven't heard anything from God?  - Go back and check your motives. - Make sure your heart is pure. (no jealousy) - Be willing to wait for God's timing. - Seek God rather than tell God. 

Third Question: Where will God place me? 

- Let your heart be so content in being with Him. 

Scripture for further study: Isaiah 43:10-11, Revelation 4:11, the book of Esther, Deuteronomy 32:3, Matthew 6:33, Psalm 85:13, Psalm 27:4