by 
Focusing on the Goal
Chris R.
It was 21 years, five institutions, and a colorful variety of career paths in the making, but in 2013 I received my Bachelor of Science in Organizational Leadership from Eureka College. Wow, did my family and I rejoice! The path, however, was not always smooth.
Higher education and the completion of a bachelor’s degree had always been my intent. The problem which existed for me was the lack of a clearly defined goal. The BA degree was a general objective, but a degree in what? How would I use that degree? What did I want to be when I grow up?
Without a plan, I faltered several times. I tried paths which I stumbled upon and paths of least resistance, but never really put thought into who I wanted to be. It was not until I looked to my family and friends for support that I was able to find the path that was right for me. With their help, I found my passion and was able to chase it with gusto. I had confidence, I had a goalI had faith.
Even though I could not always see the light at the end of the tunnel, I believed I would reach my ultimate goal.
In much the same way, we cannot always see Jesus, nor know exactly what God has planned for us. We face trials in life and have our faith tested. However, if we stay true to God, have faith in Him, and rejoice in the inheritance we have been given through Jesus, we will find salvation.
Prayer: Dear Lord, today’s world has many distractions and many opportunities to only focus on the difficulties we face instead of focusing on Your gift of salvation through Your Son, Jesus. Please grant us the ability to quiet our minds, focus on the joy of the season and rejoice in the presence of Christ in our lives. Amen
