Just as a piece of puzzle does not make sense outside of the big picture, so also is our life outside of purpose.
What is the difference between Life Purpose and Goals in life?
What is the connection between our goals in life and our Life purpose?
Goal is an end result usually set in a context over which you have a certain level of control. It is usually SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic and Time bound)
While Your purpose is your WHY?
That 'void' you were created to fill.
Your purpose is a 'goal' in the mind of your creator.
Unlike 'goal' that is defined and given a charted course,
'purpose' is meant to be discovered
As a matter of fact,
In the discovery and pursuit of purpose lies 'personal fulfilment' which I believe we all crave and desire!
So if we all agree that Purpose is God determined....when then is the ideal time to discover purpose
I came across the meaning of 'Discover'-
To find (something or someone) unexpectedly or in the course of a search.
While it is desirable to discover your purpose early in life, we all know it is not always the case.
Note: THERE IS NO SHAME IN SEEKING HELP TO DISCOVER YOUR PURPOSE IN LIFE!
Reading this is a combination of those who have discovered and are living in purpose and those that are yet to discover theirs. Whichever category you fall, you are not alone.
A few years back I had a book on my desk in the office. I was in a study group with a group of people and we were reading a book on 'purpose'...a lousy colleague came in and made joking remarks about me trying to find my purpose after 2 kids!...while that made for a good joke for some, it was very unhealthy...Insensitive comments such as this discourage people from seeking help where necessary.
This is why many people - especially believers want to appear as though they have 'got it' when in truth they haven't
So here is the question:
Have you identified God's purpose for your life?
It is absolutely okay to search, pray and seek clarity on your purpose.
The only time when there is danger is when you live your life ignorant and oblivious of the fact that you have a purpose.
- Bisi Mogaji
Interesting post …… great insights.