For session four, we learned of a way to look at ourselves that may help as we determine what do we know of ourselves and where do we want to go. I'll recap the main aspects here but I do hope all men would get the chance to pursue actions like our weekly Men's Fraternity meetings. The information shared, the small group discussions held and the friendships enabled (created, strengthened and blessed) allow a more insightful review of this - The Adventurer's Wiring.
The following is just a tip of the iceberg view of what we learned and discussed. For example, if today you paused and pondered your life, you would see the following aspects (the framework for how we are wired):
We start life with our birth (our design is enabled). We have our past experiences (those that were positive and those that were negative). They become the carry over nuances that impact our present lifestyle. What we do today are our pursuits (those are driven by the problems we are working to address and the various convictions we have). These with the events unfolding become the variables that prompt our plans (what we will do for the short term and long term). These plans are shaped by our future perspectives (the 'what are my dreams?' and 'what is God's purpose for me?').
The above all assume you have a desire for faith and a pursuit of it. No matter what - whether faith does or does not factor into our lives, everything leads to our death (and at that time, our legacy is revealed). If we pursue our Christian faith, there is an eternity (destiny) yet ahead (more on that in the weeks ahead).
To succeed in life, we need to understand our wiring. Because...
- Knowing our design is critical for understanding and rightly positioning our lives.
- The past is always with us for good or bad.
- How we "see and embrace" the future affects our lives more than most know.
- The wise adventurer always lives with the end in mind.
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And in closing, don't forget the "Decide 2 Be You..." Challenge
No, we're not talking about the current you - we're talking about the you that you are glad you became.
For example, Da Vinci painted one 'Mona Lisa' and Beethoven composed one 'Fifth Symphony'. which leads to yes, God made one version of you and He custom designed you for a one-of-a-kind assignment. When God gives an assignment, he also gives the skill. Study your skill (your design) - know how you are wired and pursue a life that enables the legacy you want to be known for.
Remember, our Maker gives us assignments ("to each according to his on ability" Matt. 25:15). As He calls, He equips. We men need to look back over our life; to see what we've done well, to know what we love to do and to pursue those things that our dreams embrace. As your journey unfolds, you will periodically come to the intersection of Looking Back and Looking Forward. When there, review the positives & negatives (look left & right), adjust your plans accordingly and then step toward to the future in confidence.