In Part 1 of this two-part post, I go into detail about how I manage my newly domesticated life via the P.D.C.A. method. I also explain that this method can be used to help facilitate reaching any type of goal. I only briefly mention what to do if the plan doesn't turn out because I wanted to wait to address completely failed plans in this post.
So what if you've made and followed a plan? Then made necessary adjustments? Have been completely committed without falling off or becoming distracted? What if you've allowed enough time? What if you've done your part, but the goal isn't being met? And I mean, NO part of the plan is working! In fact, the more you work it, the further away the goal becomes...
It's time for me to pause to say this...
I am a Christian. This means I believe that God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit are three parts that make up the one true, living God who is the author and finisher of everything that is, was or will be. Furthermore, I believe that God the Son clothed Himself in flesh, was born of a virgin, lived, died and rose from the dead with ALL power in heaven and earth. I believe that His name is Jesus, and it is only through confessing this belief can anyone be saved from hell.
If you believe like me, let's Move onward...
Because of my faith, I am convinced that sometimes the goals and plans we make for ourselves are not the goals and plans God has made for us. The God I serve loves us more than anything. He demonstrated this love by dying on the cross, so that through Him we may have everlasting life with Him.
We set goals and make plans because we want better than what we have. This may be better health, finances, or relationships. We are aware that there is room for improvement, so we take steps necessary to improve. We do this because we care about our own well-being and we simply want the best.
Therefore, it only makes sense that God would want the best for us since He loves us more than we could ever love ourselves. This is why whatever He has in store, is so much better than we could ever imagine. The thing is, sometimes we get so caught up in our own ideas, that we forget to consult God first.
In these instances, it may seem like everything you touch turns to dust.
Have you ever had a child who thought they knew better than you? And that child followed his own way? And before long was frustrated and embarrassed by the mess he had created?
Sometimes WE are that child for God!!!
And if you're anything like MY sassy six-year-old, you have the nerve to throw an attitude around when required to clean the mess before moving forward. HA!!!
My suggestion is to go all the way back to the goal. Consult with God. Wait for an answer. Then move.
But starting over is hard and painful. There's embarrassment and confusion from falling. And there's anxiety from fear of falling all over again. And then there's the exhaustion from working so hard on something so fruitless in the first place.
I suggest taking a break. In fact, waiting on God to answer is a great time to regroup. Grieve the loss of the plans you made for yourself, so that you're eager about the plans God has for you. God is good, and so are the things He has for you. Just trust Him.
Signed,
A Newly Domesticated Lady
Disclaimer
I am a non-professional, sharing lessons learned while living life.
So what if you've made and followed a plan? Then made necessary adjustments? Have been completely committed without falling off or becoming distracted? What if you've allowed enough time? What if you've done your part, but the goal isn't being met? And I mean, NO part of the plan is working! In fact, the more you work it, the further away the goal becomes...
It's time for me to pause to say this...
I am a Christian. This means I believe that God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit are three parts that make up the one true, living God who is the author and finisher of everything that is, was or will be. Furthermore, I believe that God the Son clothed Himself in flesh, was born of a virgin, lived, died and rose from the dead with ALL power in heaven and earth. I believe that His name is Jesus, and it is only through confessing this belief can anyone be saved from hell.
If you believe like me, let's Move onward...
Because of my faith, I am convinced that sometimes the goals and plans we make for ourselves are not the goals and plans God has made for us. The God I serve loves us more than anything. He demonstrated this love by dying on the cross, so that through Him we may have everlasting life with Him.
We set goals and make plans because we want better than what we have. This may be better health, finances, or relationships. We are aware that there is room for improvement, so we take steps necessary to improve. We do this because we care about our own well-being and we simply want the best.
Therefore, it only makes sense that God would want the best for us since He loves us more than we could ever love ourselves. This is why whatever He has in store, is so much better than we could ever imagine. The thing is, sometimes we get so caught up in our own ideas, that we forget to consult God first.
In these instances, it may seem like everything you touch turns to dust.
Have you ever had a child who thought they knew better than you? And that child followed his own way? And before long was frustrated and embarrassed by the mess he had created?
Sometimes WE are that child for God!!!
And if you're anything like MY sassy six-year-old, you have the nerve to throw an attitude around when required to clean the mess before moving forward. HA!!!
My suggestion is to go all the way back to the goal. Consult with God. Wait for an answer. Then move.
But starting over is hard and painful. There's embarrassment and confusion from falling. And there's anxiety from fear of falling all over again. And then there's the exhaustion from working so hard on something so fruitless in the first place.
I suggest taking a break. In fact, waiting on God to answer is a great time to regroup. Grieve the loss of the plans you made for yourself, so that you're eager about the plans God has for you. God is good, and so are the things He has for you. Just trust Him.
Signed,
A Newly Domesticated Lady
Disclaimer
I am a non-professional, sharing lessons learned while living life.
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