What hidden dreams are tucked away in your heart? I have a few, and I'm sure you have one or two that haven't been realized yet.
It's easy to think old dreams have died. But many dreams are God-inspired, and you need to look at them carefully before letting them go.
Have you held these dreams since you were a little girl? Maybe you dreamed of being a writer. A teacher. A singer or a dancer. Do your dreams seem silly to you now, or does uncovering them spark hope in your heart?
When you decide to pursue your dream, it's good to put Jesus' words from Luke 11:9 into action:
Asking, seeking and knocking require faith. They require trusting that God will provide answers, and that He has a master plan for your life.
Asking, seeking and knocking require faith. They require trusting that God will provide answers, and that He has a master plan for your life.
God cares about your dreams. He will help you them a reality as you ask, seek, and knock.
Notice that God first tells you to ask. Pray consistently about your dream for 30 days, continuing to open yourself to God's will. Write your prayer requests in a journal, and make sure to record the answers. You will see progress if you keep asking, because the Holy Spirit will be working.
Keep asking, seeking, and knocking to pursue your God-given dreams.
Notice that God first tells you to ask. Pray consistently about your dream for 30 days, continuing to open yourself to God's will. Write your prayer requests in a journal, and make sure to record the answers. You will see progress if you keep asking, because the Holy Spirit will be working.
Keep asking, seeking, and knocking to pursue your God-given dreams.
It takes courage to knock on the door of your dream. Knocking is a challenge because you have to put yourself out there. It's when you're sending the email, making the phone call, or driving to the meeting. But if you've taken the time to ask and seek first, knocking won't seem as intimidating.
If the first door is closed, keep asking, seeking and knocking some more. God will show you how to make your dream a reality as you are persistent, obedient and accepting.
Blessings and God's peace to you,
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Discussion questions:
- What is your longest-held dream?
- What will you do this week to move forward in pursuit of your dream?
Sarah, these words are so inspiring. God really does care about our dreams and it is our assignment to wait patiently until their fulfillment in his good time.
ReplyDeleteThanks for reading, Michele. Happy Friday to you!
ReplyDeleteThanks for this great reminder today!
ReplyDeleteBlessings on your weekend!
DeleteIs it really this simple?? Yes it is. Thanks for chopping off our overcomplications and getting to the truth of this process Sarah!
ReplyDeleteHi Bethany, I'm glad you enjoyed the post. Thanks for your comment!
DeleteThanks, Sarah! This is encouraging! Taking time to intentionally pray about my dreams and how God wants me to move forward is something I need to do more.
ReplyDeleteHi Lesley, I hope you find peace as you pray about pursuing your dreams. Blessings to you!
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ReplyDeleteGreat advice! It seems logical that we would automatically ask God, doesn't it? But I know I have been guilty of NOT asking because I was afraid that he would say no. Better to ask God to shape our dreams to his will.
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