On Purpose... Day 1

The Life You Were Meant to Live

Scripture: John 10:10

“The thief only comes to steal, kill, and destroy. I came that they may have life, and may have it more abundantly.”

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When you think about God’s will for your life, what feelings come up?
Excitement?
Fear?
Uncertainty?

For many, the idea of finding and doing God’s will is heavy, confusing, or even frightening—as if it’s a trap or a test. Many people believe that finding God’s will is difficult and a struggle. But Jesus clears all of that away in one simple sentence: “I came that they may have life… and have it abundantly.”

This is where purpose begins.
Not with pressure, not with perfection—but with life.

The life Jesus offers isn’t about religious performance or self-denial for its own sake. It’s a life of overflow—of connection, freedom, healing, and joy. That doesn’t mean it’s always easy. But it does mean it's always good.
Good for your soul. Good for your relationships. Good for the world.

Before God calls you to any task, title, or mission, He calls you to live.
Not just survive.
Not just serve.
But truly, abundantly live.

You don’t need to be afraid of God’s will or struggle to find it outside of yourself. The life He wants for you is better than anything you can imagine. Let joy be your guide. You were made for this.

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Centering Prayer

Jesus,

Thank You for offering me abundant life.

Help me release the fear that Your will is something I should dread.

Let joy rise in me as I remember:
Your purpose for me begins with life, not burden.

Let me walk in that life today. Amen.

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Practice for Today

Take a few minutes to reflect on this question:
Where in my life do I already feel most alive, most joyful, most free?
Write down whatever comes to mind—don’t overthink it.

Then say aloud:
“God’s will for me includes joy. I am allowed to enjoy my life.”

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Journaling Prompt

What fears have I carried about God's will for my life?
Where might those fears have come from?
What would change if I believed God's will begins with joy?

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Closing Blessing

Walk today with freedom and full breath
for you are meant to live in joy and freedom.

Know that the God who created you delights in you.
You were not made to live in fear.
You were made to live on purpose—with joy.

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Pray as You Go

Inhale: You came to give me life…
Exhale: …life abundant and free.