Misdirected

Have you ever put your efforts into something you truly desired, only to find that this achievement was disappointing? Maybe you eagerly sought the perfect job, only to realize that this work was not fulfilling. Perhaps you sought a relationship with a specific person, only to discover that they were not the kind of person that you thought they were. Maybe you believed in some plan to make a lot of money quickly, only to suffer a significant financial setback. Or worse yet, you made the quick cash and then realized that this success did not satisfy your soul.

The world system makes many promises that it cannot fulfill. Riches, fame and personal satisfaction do not come without exacting a high cost at our expense. I Timothy 6:17 says, “As for the rich in this present age, charge them not to be haughty, nor to set their hopes on the uncertainty of riches, but on God, who richly provides us with everything to enjoy.” Placing our hopes on riches, fame, and worldly success will only serve to disappoint and frustrate us, as these things are temporary and ultimately not fulfilling. Only placing our trust in God’s provision will endure and satisfy our souls. Starting today, redirect your energies toward trusting God to show you what direction you should go.