Receive Jesus

The first step you need to take on the journey to receive the Jesus' gift of salvation. He died to give you a purpose-filled life (John 3:10). Jesus lovingly shared with his disciples that he came so that they might have abundant life (John 10:10). Indeed, you can have life to its fullest in Christ.

Grow in Your Relationship

Your second step in your journey is to grow in your relationship with God. This means taking time to fellowship with God. This fellowship means communicating with God in prayer like a friend. Then allow him to speak to you him to speak to you through his Word. You find that amidst the difficulties of life you find peace for each day.

Build Strong Relationships

Then you will need to build strong relationships with others. This includes building relationships with other Christians and treasuring family relationships. It is in the context that you will grow spiritually. But you will also be given opportunities to reach out to others who are in need.

Live a life of influence

God has a special plan for your life. His plan is for good and is not to harm you (Jeremiah 11:29). When you realize and accept this you to touch and influence the lives of others in a marked. There is greatness in you that God wants you to display. You can change situations in your sphere of influence, and by extension the world and no one else can do just like you. Just as you are lavishly loved by God, you are to freely give love to others.

Express Joy

As you move forward in your journey, draw the strength you need from God. Whatever the situation you face recognize the joy of the Lord as your strength (Nehemiah 8:9). Remember that joy is more than happiness, it is not dependent on positive circumstances but on an abiding trust in God.

Deal with the Past

To let of go of the past will mean forgiving others for the hurt they have caused you. Remember, holding to pass hurts and pains harm you, and not the person who hurt you. You may also need to forgive yourself of you past mistakes, accepting God’s love and forgiveness.

Move Forward in Confidence

Move forth into life with confident expectations as God unfold more and more of his plans for your life. Today, walk in God’s purpose for your life. Let go of discouragement and feelings of inadequacy - walk confidently knowing who are in Christ. Realize that you are special, anointed for purpose, an overcomer, and a child of the kingdom of God. Hold your head high and walk like a child of God!