Be Real (Part 2)

Philippians 4:12 “I know both how to be abased, and I know how to abound: everywhere and in all things I am instructed both to be full and to be hungry, both to abound and to suffer need.

The greatest challenge in life is discovering who you are and the second greatest is being happy with what you find.  A big part of this is your decision to stay true to your own goals, hopes, and dreams. 

-Do you have people who disagree with you? 

That’s good because it means you’re standing your ground and walking your own path as directed by the Lord. Too many people are looking for the easy way or using their family’s reputation to gain respect. It’s better when you follow God’s plan and make the attempt to accomplish your goals without favoritism because of your name or heritage. People respect you more and become less disagreeable.

-Do you have people that try to keep you bound?

Skeleton’s are in everybody’s closet. Some will tie you up mentally and spiritually for years. They are the closest things to ghosts of your past. You are always wondering if they’re going to reveal that secret that could destroy your dream. Confess your past to God and get it out of the way. Do what you need to do to get rid of the bondage. If you don’t, it will hinder you from becoming who God wants you to be in the long run.

-Do you have people that lord over you?

 Sometimes you’ll do things considered crazy by others, but when you catch yourself losing track of time, that’s when you’ll know you’re doing the right thing.  That’s when you stop and realize that God made you to be you and others don’t control who you are. The only way that happens is if you give them the chance to rule over you.

I’m not talking about being disrespectful or unlawful, but allowing somebody to control your destiny is like being put in a cage with no door. God never intended that when He told us to submit to those who had authority over us. He didn’t make you the doormat, but He led you through the door.

You are the only person who can decide to be real or fake. What will your choice be?