Day 3
Point to ponder: Living on purpose is the path to peace.

Verse to remember: You, Lord, give perfect peace to those who keep their purpose firm and put their trust in you. Is 26:3 (TEV)

Wow! I Can totally relate to this chapter. I'm sure at different times in my life I've been driven by all five of these. Probably we all have. I most relate to to being driven by fear , guilt, and the need for others approval. That last one especially. I really hate for someone to be disappointed in me, or to think badly about me. That's why I have such a hard time saying no. Then I end up so stressed because I have too much on my plate. I've been feeling that a lot lately. I know I'm in over my head but I can't decide what I should give up because their all such good things to be involved in and I enjoy doing them. I have to admit I feel a little relieved to think this journey could help me decide. I like to be involved in things and often when I 'm not I feel left out.

The benefits of a purpose driven life sound pretty good to especially about simplifying my life.I like what Rick says on p. 31 " You just have enough time to do God's will. If you can't get it all done, it means you're trying to do more than God intended for you to do... Purpose-driven living leads to a simpler lifestyle and a saner schedule...It also leads to peace of mind." just reading that fills me with peace.

Question to Consider: What would my family and friends say is the driving force of my Life? What do I want it to be?

I'm not sure what family and friends would say. I definitely want it to be God's will. I could use some serious peace. I want to prepare for eternity.