Daily Proverb: “Tired of Settling? Here’s How to Start Living the Life You’re Called to”

“Look straight ahead, and fix your eyes on what lies before you. Mark out a straight path for your feet; stay on the safe path. Don’t get sidetracked; keep your feet from following evil.” — Proverbs 4:25–27 (NLT)

People are like water; we tend to navigate toward paths of least resistance. We naturally shy away from discomfort and avoid anything that might stretch us. Not only that, but we are easily swayed by our emotions, urges, and vices. It’s why we procrastinate, why we convince ourselves with the lie, “This will be my last time,” and why we refuse to make changes or pursue goals that we know would improve our lives.

To make those changes, we need discipline. We must be willing to make sacrifices, take risks, and endure discomfort. The process will stretch us. However, everything that has meaning in life is worth fighting for. As John Maxwell says, “Anything worthwhile is uphill.”

So, you have to ask yourself: Are you tired of being tired? Are you sick of wondering, “What if?” Are you done with settling? If the answer is YES — and I pray that it is — then it’s time to take responsibility for your life. No one else is responsible for your success. It’s up to you to decide, “I’m going to pursue the life I’m called to live, one step at a time.” You don’t need to achieve your dreams by tomorrow, but you do need to be one step closer tomorrow. Consistency compounds. Small, consistent changes add up to a greater impact if you stay focused day in and day out.

What changes do you need to make? That depends on your goal. Start with the end in mind and get a clear picture of what success looks like. Then work backward. What will it take to make that goal a reality? Identify one or two small actions you can take each day to move you closer to your goal. I promise, if you start and stay focused, momentum will take over, and you’ll see your dreams leave the realm of fantasy and become a reality.