Don't belittle, or under value your vision/dream, because its not as glamorous and famous like that of others. Or even considered important by the public. Because, therein lies your purpose, success and fulfillment in life. Some people want to be astronauts and go to the moon, others want to be teachers{one of the most noble profession out there; underpaid and overworked} some people want to find a cure for cancer, others want to be make up artist; they derive joy from making other people beautiful and happy. The main thing is that you find fulfillment in what you do and have a positive impact on the lives of others.
If you find yourself in such admiration for someone else and what they do, that you get enveloped in their world; what they eat what the wear ......... fanatically following up on their life, you will eventually loose yourself. This happens a lot in America with so many people "celebrity obsessed" . Some Americans are so busy trying to keep up with the lives of the rich and famous and be like their "idols"that they have lost their own identity.
This also happens in the lives of some siblings, where one sibling is constantly trying to be exactly like the other. Or even amongst close friends. The only being that deserves that kind of attention from us is God. let him rule over your thoughts, heart and mind. Be fascinated by Him and your life will be better for it. The word {bible} says:
Hear O Israel the lord thy God is one God and thou shall love the lord thy God with all thy heart with all thy soul with all thy might. Mark 12:28-24
This is my favourite bible verse. In the book solitary refinement Robb Thompson, explains how a close relationship with God can help you discover purpose and live a fulfilled life. Take time out listen to the voice within. where your strength, identity and essence is.
It is nice to admire someone, your admiration for them should inspire you to be the best you can be. But do not compare yourself with that person and make them the centre of your world .This only causes strife, jealousy, envy and a form of idolatry. Be in awe of God alone. Free yourself by embracing your dreams / visions, it is as unique and as important like that of the next person. Focus on your dreams and not that of another. If you are in a group where you collectively have a common goal, find significance there and do not undervalue your contributions.
People are different, just like a thumb print no two individual can be the same. So are the things that happens to us in life , how it happens and when it does. The situations ,circumstances and the stories of our lives can never be the same. Sometimes we find ourselves wondering why . There are so many reasons why this is so , but one is partly because God deals{ relates} with us differently . He knows you, knows how you are wired and exactly how to bring out the best in you. The way He communes with you might not be exactly the same way He does to someone else. To some people He only has to say things once, to others He might need to say it over and over again. To others He leaves them alone for a while till they become restless, focus, and start to seek him . However he speaks to you listen, it will save you a lot of time and heart ache. Value what he given you, your gifts, talents , family and friends and the rod of authority you have; that is the platform you use to interact with others.
For non christians reading this article, this information might be new .But if you are searching for answers, you want to know who you really are, why you are here and if there is a God, sincerely call on Him. Say, God if you are real, find me i 'm lost, reveal yourself to me. He will respond one way or the other. He always does.
But know this meanwhile, you are unique. So are your visions and dreams. Victoria Lowe in her book 10 spiritual principle of successful women, states how you can be a success in life by applying Godly principles. Two of which are:
1. Believe in your purpose
2. Follow your dreams
This was a tough article for me to write . Hope it's a blessing to someone. Your comments and questions are welcomed as always.
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Rule 1 excerpts from 12 Rules for Life
8 months ago
Great write up as usual!indeed, if we all know what we are suppose to do and do it, our lives will be richer and have more meaning! people are living short of what God has destined for them, because they do not know what their purpose on earth is and some that know are not ready to put actions to make it a reality!I pray that God will help us to first know what our vision is through the God that gives vision and purpose indeed focus on it, instead of living in the shadows of others....except if this is one's vision!
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