When Life Feels Aimless
Do you ever feel a little aimless—like you’re going through the motions, but the motions no longer mean much? It’s easy for weeks to blur into months of treadmill living: lots of activity, not much direction. And … wouldn’t it be nice if our path was simply marked out for us?
Most of us long for wisdom—the kind that blends knowledge, experience, discernment, and the ability to put it all into practice. We want to know what to do, when to do it, and how to do it well. We want to be effective and grounded.
But how do we actually get wisdom?
Scripture tells us we begin by believing wisdom exists outside of ourselves. There is a reason, a design, a deeper logic woven into this world and into our lives. And that wisdom isn’t hidden. It’s found in relationship with God.
“The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding.” —Proverbs 9:10
Wisdom doesn’t originate with us. It resides in God. He is its source and author.
Moses understood this when he prayed,
“Teach us to number our days, that we may gain a heart of wisdom.” —Psalm 90:12
He recognized that wisdom grows when we view today in light of the whole of our lives. Each day takes on meaning when we see it as part of a larger story. Today is just a dot on the line—but that dot matters because of where it sits on that line. Like Moses, we need to ask God to help us see our lives from His perspective, not just from the narrow lens of the moment.
When we hold our current circumstances up to God’s truth—and to the long arc of our lives—something shifts. The urgent things lose some of their power. What truly matters becomes clearer. Our choices become more aligned with purpose rather than pressure. And our relationship with God begins to clarify our direction.
So today, step off the treadmill—just for a moment. Walk away from the grind long enough to breathe, reflect, and consider what you’re doing and why. Invite God into the process. Let Him help you evaluate the season you’re in. Give space for creativity and imagination to rise within you as you think about the future.
Look at today in light of all your yesterdays and tomorrows. Write down whatever comes: thoughts, feelings, ideas. Are there adjustments you want to make? Areas where you sense a need to refocus or recommit?
My prayer is that God will meet you in that space.
May His wisdom shape you—making you deeper, stronger, and more steadfast as a follower of Jesus.
And may His direction lead you into fresh Kingdom action that transforms your life and the lives of those around you.
With you,
~ Coach Tom
_________________
P.S. ... If you are stalled in life, or particularly if you are in transition, here are three ways I can help you Get Clear, Get Focused and Be Fruitful!
1. Grab a Free Copy of my "4 Key Steps to Clarity and Fruitfulness" Document. It's a Blueprint to help you move ahead. Click Here
2. Join my FaceBook Group, "Greater Focus and Fruitfulness" for more teaching, training and community. Click Here
Categories
All Categories© 2018 Greater Formation
