The challenge for 2025 is to Lead Like a Champion. In week one, I shared these five steps.
1. Lead with vision
2. Lead by example
3. Lead with faith and courage
4. Lead by serving other
5. Lead with a kingdom mindset
If we are going to Lead Like a Champion, then we do these four things. Lead people to:
1. Know God
2. Find freedom
3. Discover purpose
4. Make a difference
Week one, we began with Knowing God. Here are the key points:
1. The foundation of leadership is to lead others to know God
2. How to know God personally
3. The results of knowing God
4. Leading others to know God
Week two was Finding Freedom in God. The key points were:
- What does freedom in God look like
- How to find freedom in God
- What does freedom in God look like?
- Practical steps to walk in freedom
- Freedom as a leader
This week is Discovering Your Purpose in God
- Understanding Purpose
- The purpose is the reason for which you were created. It is the unique role God has designed you to fulfill His plan.
- Jeremiah 29:11: “For I know the plans I have for you,” declared the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”
- Purpose gives meaning to your life and guides your decisions, relationships, and leadership.
Your purpose is not something you create; it’s something you discover in your relationship with God.
- Why Purpose Matters
- Clarity: Knowing your purpose provides direction and focus in life. [Proverbs 19:21]
- Motivation: Purpose fuels passion and perseverance, even in challenges. [Philippians 3:13-14]
- Impact: Living out your purpose allows you to glorify God and bless others. [Matthew 5:16]
Leaders who live with purpose inspire others to find and fulfill their own God-given calling.
- Steps to Discover Your Purpose
- Seek God First: Purpose begins with God. Spend time in prayer, asking Him to reveal His plans for your life. [Proverbs 3:5-6]
- Know Your Identity: Understand who you are in Christ – your gifts, passions, and unique abilities. [Ephesians 2:10]
- Examine Your Experiences: Look at how God has shaped your life through trials, successes, and opportunities.
- Start Serving: Purpose often unfolds as you serve others and step out in faith. [Galatians 5:13]
- Listen For Confirmation: God may confirm your purpose through Scripture, prayer, and wise counsel from frustrated mentors or friends.
“Delight yourself in the Lord, and He will give you the desires of your heart.” [Psalm 37:4]
- Aligning Your Life with God’s Purpose
- Set God-Centered Goals: Align your ambitions with God’s Kingdom values.
- Say No to Distractions: Let go of activities and habits that pull you away from your calling.
- Walk in Obedience: Trust God with the next step, even if you don’t see the full picture. [2 Corinthians 5:7]
- Embrace the Growth: Allow God to shape you through trials, pruning, and learning opportunities.
- Leading Others to Discover Purpose
- Empower and Equip: Help others identify their strengths and passions.
- Encourage a God-First Perspective: Remind people that true purpose comes from serving and glorifying God.
- Model Purpose-Driven Leadership: Live out your calling with authenticity and faithfulness, inspiring others to do the same.
Purposeful leaders create a culture where others can thrive in their God-given roles.
Discovering your purpose in God is a journey that unfolds as you walk with Him. When you live out your purpose, your life gains meaning, your leadership gains clarity, and your impact becomes eternal. The key is to seek God, trust His process, and align your life with His will.
*** Do you want to be more like Jesus? You’re invited to a life-changing experience!
We’re gearing up for our next Freedom Tour on May 15-16, 2025. The Freedom Tour is a 2-day interactive experience centered around the Underground Railroad and the church’s deep engagement with it. It connects you with the heart of Jesus in unique ways as His disciple. We begin and end in Cincinnati, OH. Along the way, we visit significant historical sites, including churches that served as stations. The Freedom Tour is designed to nurture social awareness and spiritual awakening to help raise up allies and advocates in the ministry of reconciliation.
Registration is available on our website … www.G328Project.org. Simply click on the Freedom Tour tab, and it will take you to the information and to the registration page. If there are questions, please contact Richard Meeks (richard@g328project.org)