"God reveals purpose bit by bit."

A thought by Michael Todd, from his book, Relationship Goals (p. 36). The Crown Publishing Group. Kindle Edition. (Click on the book title to go to Amazon to buy the book.)

Yes, He does.

Michael says, "Also, your purpose can change from season to season. It evolves. It grows. Sometimes it comes to its natural end. Or it may lie dormant."

He continues, "There’s a lot I still don’t know about why God has me on this earth and what He wants to do through me. One reason I know this is that some of my inborn desires are still unfulfilled. And you, I’m sure, have a lot to learn still about your purpose as well. My encouragement is, if you have a relationship with God and you’re really trying to draw near to Him, He will reveal things to you."

He goes on, "Now, sometimes the process of learning and growing and moving toward our purposes isn’t easy. Maybe you hate your job, but God is saying, 'I know you only make ten dollars an hour, but there’s something about this job I’m using to reveal who I’ve called you to be.' You’ve got to be patient and open.

"At times I’ve thought, Why am I here? The only thing I could conclude was If I’m here and it’s uncomfortable, it’s for my growth. God is trying to show purpose in my life.

"You might be in a place like that right now. Accept the training, remind yourself it’s not forever, and keep your spirit tuned in to God’s Spirit."

He then says, "One other thing: relationship itself is a purpose. God gives you friends so you can build into their lives and they can build into yours. Getting married is a lifetime commitment that will be rewarding but also costly to you at times. Just don’t go looking for others to give you what only God can—your purpose. Look only to God for that. And trust Him to bring people into your life who can push you ahead and whom you can push ahead in His plans."

So much to learn, isn't there? Yes, yes! #continuethought

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