Life is a journey of purpose. To be successful means to fulfill one's purpose. We all have purpose which we are meant to fulfill. So, in my own perspective, I will spend the next decade of my life to pursue my purpose as a believer in Jesus; as father and husband; and as a minister in good vineyard.
Born For A Purpose
I was born with a purpose, that I believe. I believe that the talents, the strength, the knowledge I have acquired, the abilities and the enlightenment that I have received are built into me by God to make me the person He created me to be. So, I have a purpose to fulfill. That purpose is what will drive and coordinate my life.
Improving My Productivity Careerwise
Since I already know what my passion and occupation are, all I will be doing for the next ten years and beyond will be to improve on what I am doing. I will pursue my passions and ambitions passionately. I will focus on my occupations and improve on my productivity in all aspects. I will seek after and acquire new insight and initiative on how I could do what I am called to do well.
As a pastor, I am expected to administer over the congregation before me properly. People have different ambitions and pursuits. Their pursuits are best achieved by focusing on what the goals of their occupations are. Being a pastor, I understand what is expected of me first by God (who is the Great Shepherd), then the church organization which I work with, and then the people who make up my congregation. After getting to know these, I will spend my time working and building on these. My success in life depends on how I handle what is handed over to me.
Occupation is our means of livelihood. We are into occupation to build a financial foundation for our lives. Every sane person understands that finances are the bedrock for a fulfilling life on earth. So, my occupation is my ministerial life. I will face my work and keep at it hundred percent for the next ten years and beyond. In fact, there will be no need to jump around aimlessly. I will focus all my energy in my pastoral and ministry career; then I will step up my engagement on Hive Blockchain and economically transform my farming activities. These are the three aspects which I have found myself earning from now. At my age, it would be foolish to keep running around without direction. I have a family with a wife and three children. Taking care of them is my utmost priority.
Strengthening My Faith
My faith is built upon Jesus Christ the Savior of the world. I believe in the one true God. I believe in the existence of heaven and hell. I choose to end my life in heaven so I strongly believe in Jesus Christ and the doctrines of the Bible. The most important thing I will pursue for the rest of my life will be to uphold my faith in Jesus Christ and to stand strong in Him. I will not engage in anything that is contrary to the doctrines of God. I will not be involved in any business that threatens my faith. I will stand strong upon the Word of God in the Bible and spend my time and my energy building the kingdom of God.
Many thanks to @ericvancewalton for stirring up in us right thinking. Thank you, brother and keep it going. The initiative of the #memoirmonday is one with much life building and inspiring substance here on the blockchain. You can learn more about the initiative here