
SUCCESS
This book of the Law shall not depart from your mouth, but you shall meditate in it day and night, that you may observe to do according to all that is written in it. For then you will make your way prosperous, and then you will have good success. Joshua 1:8
Too often, Christians shy away from the whole idea of success. Some are just grateful for whatever the Lord gives them. These misguided believers have confused success with greed and discontent! This happens because of our overwhelming obsession with the world's definition of success.
For most people, success is equivalent to wealth and power. If you asked the average person on the street whether he's successful, there's a good chance he would talk about his career or investments. He may make references to fame, fun and fortune. Many people simply cannot view success outside of these terms.
Do not be confused. The world's trappings have nothing to do with spiritual success. Your family, relationships, integrity, faithfulness and spirituality - these are the things that matter in life. When you place your emphasis on these things, you'll discover the godly way to measure success.
Our heavenly Father calls all His children to live triumphantly. He wants to make you successful in the most important areas of your life. For Abraham, success was defined by his obedience to the call of God. For Moses, success was defined by his bold confrontation with Pharaoh and the deliverance of Israel from bondage. For Joshua, success was defined as military victory, steadfast faith, and possession of the Promised Land. For Esther, success was defined by her intervention on behalf of her people. For the Apostle Paul, success was defined by the grace of God in his life and the pursuit of God's purposes. How do you define success? What are the goals that if you achieve I will give you the highest sense of fulfillment?
Prayer: Lord, make me successful in the most important areas of my life.
Scriptural Reading: Joshua 1:1-9