1 Thess 4:13, Prov 13:4, Prov 22:29, 2 Thess 3:10, Luke 14:28-30, Isaiah 54:2

Men and brethren, goals drive you to greater heights than you thought possible. Some choose to live without goals and simply go where life takes them. However, if you want to make your own path you must define your goals. Hear me; you are the main thing that is about to happen to your generation if you believed it. No man or situation is permitted to humiliate you without your permission. Therefore, commitment to your calling guarantees a sweat-less destiny with purpose. may heaven honour you and grant favour to ever Goal oriented believer in this forum. Amen

Friends, I have pondered the last years in my career as an engineer and calling as an evangelist; I have made sure that I assess my own performance at regular intervals and learn skills every day because you need skills as a believer to get employed; you also need skills to remain employed. This should be a routine especially as we prepare to round up this year. We must do what we need to do and allow God to do what He will do. But sitting down and waiting for manna to fall from heaven is equivalent to when the Thessalonians sat down, doing nothing and expecting rapture to take place. Paul wrote to them in had to write them in 1 Thessalonians 4:13, “But I would not have you to be ignorant, brethren, concerning them which are asleep, that ye sorrow not, even as others which have no hope” May you be awesomely favoured.

As a child of Power, I use every opportunity to ask myself whether I am reaching the personal targets I routinely set myself at the start of each year, each day and each week. I find it as a source of motivation to push on and make the rest of the year, of the day of the week and of the month a success “The soul of the sluggard desireth, and hath nothing: but the soul of the diligent shall be made fat.” Proverbs 13:4. Again the bible says “Seest thou a man diligent in his business? he shall stand before kings; he shall not stand before mean men.” Proverbs 22:29

Let me chock you by saying that, the value you placed on actualizing your vision through hard work in God can either make you a celebrity or make you a nonentity. Your advancement in life is the direct product of your commitment to your dreams, visions and goals. God shall take you places

A believer must create an opportunity to take stock of their career. Do you know that outside your family and friends; work is the most important thing in our lives so it is sensible to make the effort and ensure you are in the right job, working for the right organisation and enjoying yourself. Work is an increasingly important part of modern life so you should focus as much time and attention on your career as you can. “For even when we were with you, this we commanded you, that if any would not work, neither should he eat.” 2 Thessalonians 3:10.

When people think about reviewing their career, their business and their life, they can sometimes feel overwhelmed. However I believe there are a number of straightforward steps that will help your advancement.

Number One: Evaluate your input: Look at what you currently do and the value you add to your company, your organisation and your business. How much of an asset are you to your employer? How much of an asset are you to your school? How much of an asset are you in the business? If you are unemployed, look through your CV and do the same thing. What are your unique selling points and what can you add to a company, a school, a business that you might join? Jesus said “Suppose one of you wants to build a tower. Won’t you first sit down and estimate the cost to see if you have enough money to complete it? For if you lay the foundation and are not able to finish it, everyone who sees it will ridicule you, saying, ‘This person began to build and wasn’t able to finish. ‘Luke 14:28-30

Number Two: Be realistic but act in Faith: Confidence in your ability is great, but you have to be realistic. It is highly unlikely you will be able to move from one company to another and immediately treble your salary. If you are looking for progression, speak up and ask. Your employer will be impressed by the ambition you are showing. Hebrews 11:1-6

Number Three: Set goals: You should always have a career plan mapping out what you want to achieve. Set yourself goals for each year and each month, for example taking on new responsibility or mastering a new skill. By setting regular, clear goals you will find it easier to accelerate your career. The day you stop learning and setting goals and thinking you have arrived is when your progress will start depreciating. Philippians 3:13-14. Look at this interesting scripture in Isaiah 54:2, the scripture says “Enlarge the place of your tent, and let the curtains of your habitations be stretched out; do not hold back; lengthen your cords and strengthen your stakes.” Never stop dreaming even if your yesterday’s dream did not come to pass, ask God for another! Genesis 37:9

Number Four: Research: Good preparation will make all the difference. If you are already in a role, research your sector – look at everything such as the average salary levels to understand if you can progress. If you have landed an interview, then your research needs to be even better. For example if you are applying for a Financial role within a company, the very least you should do is familiarise yourself with their accounts. These days information is so readily available that there is really no excuse for not preparing properly. Put your outdoor work in order and get your fields ready; after that, build your house.” Proverbs 24:27

Number Five: Positivity and Confidence: “For we have not an high priest which cannot be touched with the feeling of our infirmities; but was in all points tempted like as we are, yet without sin. Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need.” Hebrews 4:15-16. Therefore, having the right frame of mind is important in any part of your life, but especially when it comes to your career. People who take the glass half full approach – people who see opportunity in every mess, in every limitation, in every problem, are more likely to get the job they want. They never lack the mental attitude to progress. You may not have any direct experience in a particular sector, but have you looked at your transferable skills? Being successful in one area doesn’t mean you are restricted to working there forever; it is just a case of using these achievements to sell yourself elsewhere.

Number Six: Get a mentor: Every successful person learned from someone else. Plan in advance how you will get the assistance you need. Having somebody alongside you to provide a fresh, honest opinion can be a big help. Whether it’s somebody in or out of the working environment, a mentor can make all the difference to your career prospects. The right person will be able to give impartial, objective advice and quite often point out things you may not have noticed. These are destiny helpers’ position by God to help you in all areas of life. David fulfilled his destiny because God used Samuel to anoint him as king; As if Saul the reigning king does not want to make David the king, God used different people from different places to ensure that his destiny was fulfilled I Chronicle 12:1-40. When God sends you a destiny helper, God will put you in a situation where others will do the work, clear the road and you will get the benefit. When mentors are involved, there could be sudden changes! Doors can open, opportunities can come, favours can come, and people you thought didn’t notice you or even likes you will begin showing interest in you.

Finally, you owe God a definite result, you owe this commission a breakthrough and testimony, and you owe your family a proof that you serve a living God even in your career. Are you ready to be committed to your advancement? Goals without deadlines are like a race without an end. You need a finish line to define your goal and when you will accomplish it. You must act on your goals every single day. It is not an optional activity. If you truly have the determination and focus to reach your goals, you will not only think, but act on them every single day. I pray that heaven will grant you boldness and breakthrough as you move into your God given destiny. Be Favoured.

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