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living on purpose 21 things. coaching for impact www.coaching4impact.com february 20, 2009. defining purpose. 1. reason for which the something exists or is done, made, used, etc. 2. an intended or desired result; end; aim; goal. 3. determination; resoluteness.
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living on purpose21 things coaching for impact www.coaching4impact.com february 20, 2009
defining purpose 1. reason for which the something exists or is done, made, used, etc. 2. an intended or desired result; end; aim; goal. 3. determination; resoluteness. In him we were also chosen, having been predestined according to the plan of him who works out everything in conformity with the purpose of his will Eph. 1:11 (NIV) Definition Source: www.dictionary.com
about purpose • sole purpose of man from westminster catechism: glorify god and enjoy Him • flows from identity • you can have several purposes – general and specific - some are non-negotiable • look at your personal history to see the themes of purpose in your life • your “design” will point to your purpose – your inheritance
cultivating purpose • affirmation and love causes incubation of his purposes in us • often developed in context of commitment and community • often forged in adversity and trials • change with the seasons of our lives • flows from our gift orientation • is a place where passion can emerge • emerge out of serving and loving others • birthed through spirituality and communion
acting on purpose • can be imparted to people • you can reject or accept your purpose • help you make better decisions • force that can sustains us in difficulties • activate purpose by the decisions we make • god’s purposes will prevail over our plans • all things work together for the good…called to his purposes • don’t leave home without it
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