But
none of these things (imprisonment, punishment, death) influence me. My life
means nothing. It is no longer what I value. My only concern is that I finish
the part of God’s work that is my life. That work is to make His amazing love
evident to everyone He leads me to meet. (Acts 20:24)
Read
this passage again – slowly, as if you have written it. Does this passage fit
you well? How do you measure success?
If
Paul is to be believed; if the Bible is to be believed, there is only one
measure for your success. You were intentionally created by God, and His intention
for your life is that it will be lived in close relationship with Him. His
purpose for you is that you will be both the object of His love as He works in
your life, and you will be a part of His work in transforming the lives of
other people. Every part of your life is to be focused on this relationship,
whether you are at work, shopping, eating, or even resting. Your only concern,
no matter what is happening around you – or even to you, will be that your
life, your words, and your actions match God’s intentions for you.
So, how do you measure
success?
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