As the year draws to a close, take a moment to reflect on your journey. Perhaps some dreams have been fulfilled, while others remain unfinished. You may have encountered disappointments, delays, or people who doubted your ability to succeed.
But remember, a delayed dream is not necessarily a defeated dream.
One challenge you will encounter in your pursuit of greatness is negativity. Some people will give you countless reasons why your plans cannot succeed.
When Jesus declared that Jairus’ daughter was only asleep, the crowd laughed at Him. Yet Jesus put them outside, took the girl by the hand, and she arose (Matthew 9:23–25).
People may not see what you see because they do not carry the vision God has placed within you.
David experienced something similar when his brother Eliab questioned his motives. Rather than allowing discouragement to stop him, David turned away and continued pursuing his purpose (1 Samuel 17:28–30).
As you prepare for the new year, be mindful of the voices you entertain. Welcome constructive criticism, but do not allow persistent negativity to destroy your confidence.
Remember, December is the end of a calendar year, not the expiration date of God’s promises.
You may not have achieved everything you planned for the year, but you can still take a meaningful step towards your dreams.
Learn from your setbacks, strengthen your faith, and keep moving forward.
Sometimes, the greatest STEP towards greatness is simply refusing to give up.
The seed of greatness is in you.
God bless you!
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