Will

WILL

From the dictionary lexico.com:

• the faculty by which a person decides on and initiates action.

• control deliberately exerted to do something or to restrain one's own impulses.

• a deliberate or fixed desire or intention.

• the thing that one desires or ordains.

Will is a God given gift to human beings. The ability to decide for oneself, choose a way of life, adapt to situations, survive difficult moments, make a choice in a moment of weakness or strength. Everybody has in them the willpower to make things happen. With this will comes choices and decisions to be made which in turn determine your course in life.

As adults, we have dreams, aspirations, and goals we want to achieve. We make plans that will help accomplish these goals. What many do not realise is that these dreams and plans cannot work without making conscious choices that would keep you on course and prompt progress. There are so many distractions in the course of life that could derail and discourage us from the journey to our destination.

One thing is for sure, you can do whatever it is you want to do. We have been granted that freedom. Nonetheless, while you can do whatever you want, not everything is beneficial to you. It is necessary to stand for something, have values, choose a principled way of life and stick with it, no matter what.

Life is a privilege and the time we have here on earth is a gift. We are expected to make the most out of life and utilise every opportunity to ensure we fulfil our purpose and destiny. It can certainly be said that life has its seasons and waves that are disheartening; however, it is not intended to be easy. The hardships of life teach us to appreciate the good things that it has to offer, it keeps us on our toes as well .

What is God's purpose for your life? What is your will for your life? Do they coincide? If they do, what are the steps you are taking to ensure you get to where you need to be? If they do not, what is your goal in life and what values are they centred on? What are your priorities? What kind of environment are you in? Do you recognise your distractions? If so, how do you go about evading them? Where are you now and how comfortable are you at this position? These are very important questions to ask yourself because only you can decide what you become.

You will never change or achieve your best until you are uncomfortable with where you are. Whatever you tolerate, you accept. Do not disregard the responsibility to set your path nor the duty to know who you are and what you want out of life. Always be tenacious and faithful in the path you choose. Encourage yourself to keep on. Let go of the past and forgive yourself for your shortcomings, that way you can truly move forward. You are not just here for yourself, you are here for others so do good.

Do not go through life casually. We are on borrowed time and should be able to give an account of how we spent it. If you are faithful to your future and possess good character, you will get to your destination. The most important thing is wanting it enough to be able to make a commitment to live by and make choices that will get on your way to your destiny. Choose your values and stand by them, in them you will find freedom. A quality choice makes for a permanent change. For every time you fail, remind yourself that the most important thing is how you react to your failure. Seek help when you need one, do not forget to depend on God because he will direct your steps. Be faithful to him and yourself. Do not give up. 

Free will is yours, utilize it correctly. Your heart will be glad you did.