I believe that the Spirit of God fills us with holy determination. It is something that God has in Him and imparts to us through His Spirit. We are not to be quitters or the type of people who are easily defeated.
We must be determined to overcome the past, to go forward and not be stagnant.
We must not be afraid of difficulty. Things worth having never come easy. The definition of determination is: "The act of making or arriving at a decision - the quality of being resolute or firm in purpose." We must be decisive and stick to our decisions.
If you find yourself being double-minded about something, I encourage you to ask yourself what you believe God placed in your heart in the beginning; then stick with that. Don't head in another direction now due to weariness.
I believe you have what it takes to live in victory. If you have accepted Jesus as your Lord and Savior, His determination lives in you because He lives in you.
Fight the good fight of faith. Run the race to win. Be determined to take the prize. Don't give up and don't give in.
You can make it!
Do This: Depend on God's strength - not your own. Say aloud several times every day, "I will never give up! I will finish the race!"
Excerpt permission granted by Harrison House Publishers.
Joyce Meyer is one of the world's leading practical Bible teachers. A New York Times bestselling author, her books have helped millions of people find hope and restoration through Jesus Christ. Through Joyce Meyer Ministries, she teaches on a number of topics with a particular focus on the mind, mouth, moods and attitudes. Her candid communication style allows her to share openly and practically about her experiences so others can apply what she has learned to their lives.
