📐 Living by Default vs. Living by Design
Hey there! Let's talk about something that might just change your life. Are you living by default or by design? Trust me, there's a big difference!
The Distraction Trap
Let me ask you this: Are you glued to your phone right now? Be honest! Did you know that 73% of people feel stressed because of their digital devices? That's crazy, right?
Here's the kicker: all that scrolling is making us feel less successful, less wealthy, and less attractive. Ouch! Maybe it's time for more social and less media, huh?
The Gideon Syndrome
Remember Gideon from the Bible? That poor guy was living life by default. He thought he was a nobody, the least in his family. But guess what? God saw a champion in him!
Are you selling yourself short, like Gideon? If you're thinking by default, you're thinking way too small, my friend!
Helicopter Parents vs. Lawnmower Parents
Now, let's talk parenting for a sec. We've gone from helicopter parents to lawnmower parents, mowing down every obstacle for our kids. But here's the thing: we're not doing them any favors!
God gave us the ability to rise above challenges. So let's teach our kids to face them head-on, not run away!
Breaking Free from Helplessness
Do you feel like you were born on the wrong side of the tracks? Listen up: God can change you from the inside out! Don't let that feeling of helplessness hold you back. It's time to embrace the life God designed for you!
The Morality Trap
Here's another trap: living by morality alone. The enemy loves to make you feel unworthy because you're not 100% perfect. News flash: nobody is!
Remember, through Jesus, we are righteous. So if you slip up, ask for forgiveness and keep moving forward. God loves you and wants to use you for amazing things!
From Success to Significance
Now, this is important: don't get stuck in past successes. Surviving is good, succeeding is great, but significance? That's the real goal!
Think about it.
Esther saved her people
Ruth became part of Jesus' family line
David went from harp player to king
These folks didn't stop at survival or success. They aimed for significance!
So, what's it going to be? Default or design? Survival, success, or significance? The choice is yours, but remember: God's got big plans for you.
It's time to think bigger and to live by design!