This past weekend, I went to a “party with a purpose” with Dr. Robinson for the purpose of raising funds for a young lady who had lost her home to a fire. Hearing her story conjured up images and emotions from my experience in losing my home to a fire some six years ago. I can still see the images of the fire taunting my bedroom window as I looked out. I can still feel the numbness that I felt during that moment. I can still feel the adrenaline rush I felt as I woke up my roommates and escaped the apartment. Can you imagine waking up one day and having your home and all of your belongings (clothing, jewelry, photos, keepsakes,etc) extinguished from your life. It is so easy to lose focus due to the trauma of such an experience. However, God uses tradegies such as fires, a lose of a loved one, broken relationships, and other sudden crises to cause you to refocus. This is the second key to pressing through the pressures of purpose.
Refocus by reviewing your vision- The tradegies of your life tend to cause you lose sight of the vision that God has shown you. The turbulence in these storms causes your life to become distracted, disorganized, displaced—things get out of order. However, there is an eye in the center of every storm. In the eye contains the highest concentration of energy and tranquility within the storm. In this eye, you can capture an abundance of anointing (“the ability to do”) for your purpose.
Talk to God about your vision. Review your vision, business, or ministry plan. Interact with others who will encourage your vision. You will be refocused and rejuvenated.
I thank God for that fire. It was a turning point in my life. It actually propelled me to finish two degrees in 18 months, pursue a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering , and grow closer to God.
~Keep Fighting For Your Dream!
