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The Purpose Driven Life

Life is funny!
Last week I was on a call with an old boss of mine, we happen to be friends as well. Our conversation began to gravitate towards God and Jesus Christ.

Interestingly, he accepted Jesus Christ into his life several years ago and is working towards living a more Christian based life. I respect that.

Not to long ago I also accepted Jesus Christ into my life, but have been some what confused on how to properly worship. Since I can remember I have not really been involved in organized religion.

Anyway, during our conversation, my friend brought up a book that he thought I should read. He said that it would help and put everything in perspective for me.

While we were still on the call I began to look around for it on my bookshelves, because I was sure that I owned that book. Sure enough I found it. I had bought it a couple of years ago. But I never read it.

The book was written by Rick Warren and is called "The Purpose Driven Life."

The book is basically a spiritual guide broken down into 40 days. The goal of the book is to enable the readers to discover the answer to life's most important question: What on earth am I here for?

By the end of the book it should help bring all the pieces of my life together and put everything in perspective. 40 days is a spiritual significant with many examples of why but I will not go into those here.

Why am I posting this information on my blog?
Well, that's a great question. Here's the skinny. I wanted a place to take notes and keep track of the information. So I figured my blog would be a great place to do that.

Day 1: It all starts with God.
Points To Ponder - It's not about me.
Verse To Remember: "Everything got started in him and finds its purpose in him." Colossians 1:16b (msg)

Question To Consider: In spite of all the advertising around me, how can I remind myself that life is really about living for God, not myself.

Day 2: You Are Not an Accident
Points To Ponder: I am not an accident
Verse To Remember: "I am your Creator. You were in my care even before you were born." Isaiah 44:2 (CEV)

Question To Consider: I know that God uniquely created me. What areas of my personality, background, and physical appearance am I struggling to accept?

Day 3: What Drives Your Life?
Points To Ponder: Living on Purpose is the path to peace
Verse To Remember: "You, LORD, give perfect peace to those who keep their purpose firm and put their trust in you." Isaiah 26:3 (TEV)

Question To Consider: What would my family and friends say is the driving force of my life? What do I want it to be?

Day 4: Made To Last Forever
Points To Ponder: There is more to life than just here and now
Verse To Remember: "This world is fading away, along with everything it craves. But if you do the will of God, you wil live forever." John 2:17 (NLT)

Question To Consider: Since I was made to last forever, what is the one thing I should stop doing and the one thing I should start doing today?

Day 5: Seeing Life from God's View
Points To Ponder: Life is a test and a trust
Verse To Remember: "Unless you are faithful in small matters, you won't be faithful in large ones." Luke 16:10a (NLT)

Question To Consider: What has happened to me recently that I now realize was a test from God? What are the greatest matters God entrusted to me?

I don't feel like commenting on any of these because it is already 3:00 am. But I will say this. I like the path I am walking on. I like where I am heading!

Greg Meares
25 Apr 2007

I have been in the call center industry for over 18 years. During that time span I have witnessed the "best practices" of many strong organizations. As a result, I have been able to use this experience to provide powerful performance management solutions for every organization that I have worked for or contracted with.
I am a leader in this industry and often share my expertise with others as illustrated by Call Center Cafe' and Call Center Best Practices.
Overall, I'm a student of effective leadership development, styles and effectiveness. This is illustrated by Right To Lead and My Leadership Success

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