"Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight." - Proverbs 3:5-6 (NIV)
"The most important thing is to be whatever you are without shame." - Rod Steiger
Having a clear sense of purpose is essential for living a fulfilling and satisfying life. When we are unsure of our direction, we can feel lost and adrift, lacking motivation and direction. This is where developing the life pattern of Clarity of Purpose comes in. By cultivating a strong connection with our spirituality and listening to the guidance of the Holy Spirit, we can gain a clearer understanding of our purpose and the path we should take.
Benefits
Greater sense of direction and purpose
Increase in motivation and drive
Greater sense of fulfillment and satisfaction in life
Ability to make decisions with more clarity and confidence
Reduction in stress and anxiety
Goals
The goal of this lesson is to help you develop the life pattern of Clarity of Purpose and to gain a deeper understanding of how to connect with your spirituality in order to gain a clearer sense of direction in life.
Lesson Prerequisite - Complete the Compass Assessment
Click on the "Self Register" button and create an account using your email address.
Once you've registered, an account will be created automatically on lmpmaps.com.
You will be presented automatically with three assessments to take. Answer all the questions on each of the assessments and make sure to click submit.
Read and answer each question to the best of your ability.
If you need to take a break during the assessment, make sure you have submittled the answers to the test you are on. When you return to the website, go to lmpmaps.com and log back in. The system will automatically take you back to where you left off.
Remember to click "Submit" at the end of each assessment to save your answers.
After completing all three assessments, go to lmpmaps.com and log in to your account using the credentials you used to register.
On your dashboard, click on the "Reports" button.
Select the first report option in either "View Mode" or "PDF Mode".
Review your report and reflect on your strengths and areas for improvement.
Tasks
Reflect on your current sense of purpose and direction in life
Engage in spiritual practices such as prayer, meditation, and reading spiritual texts
Journal about your experiences and insights
Identify any obstacles or negative thought patterns that may be hindering your sense of purpose
Set goals for yourself based on your newfound clarity and direction
How to Accomplish the Tasks
Here are some tips on how to accomplish the tasks listed above:
Take some time to reflect on what is truly important to you and what brings you joy and fulfillment. Consider your values, passions, and talents.
Engage in spiritual practices that resonate with you, such as prayer, meditation, and reading spiritual texts. Make it a regular habit to connect with your spirituality.
Write down your thoughts and insights in a journal. This will help you gain greater clarity and track your progress.
Identify any negative thought patterns or self-doubt that may be holding you back. Challenge these thoughts and replace them with more positive and empowering ones.
Set specific, measurable goals for yourself based on your newfound clarity and direction. Break them down into smaller, achievable steps and track your progress along the way.
Questions
What is the importance of having a clear sense of purpose in life?
What are some spiritual practices that can help us gain clarity of purpose?
How can negative thought patterns and self-doubt hinder our sense of purpose, and what can we do to overcome them?
Instructions:
Be sure to copy down these questions and your answers to review with your accountability partner or sponsor: