John 10:10- The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly.
The terrible thing about having an option is that it gives us license to give up. So when the obstacles appear too big to overcome the logical thing to do is stop the pursuit. However, when we look back from the future we will become greatly disappointed over the things we gave up on. This has reaped havoc and placed an unnecessary strain on the lives of many. Marriages, parenting, friendships, etc… have suffered or ceased to be because of one’s decision in the past to stop chasing a dream or what could have been accomplished.
Our Lord stated his cause for coming to earth in our topical verse, and He never lost focus of His mission. Though He was persecuted, hated, rejected, and threatened numerous times, Jesus was undeniably fixed on His intended goal. On the cross, as horrible as the way to accomplish the mission was, the Savior would not be deterred from His purpose!
We, too, must have the same resolve if we are to reach our goals. If our minds are not set the way our Lord’s mind was, the enemy will rob us of our purpose—kill our joy—and destroy all hopes of bright and better future. What are you seeking to accomplish for God, yourself, your family (the body of Christ or immediate family)? Stay focus and press towards the goal! Phil. 3:14)