Possibility vs. Purpose

"For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you a hope and a future."


- Jeremiah 29:11




These are the words that offer so much peace in my life. These are the words that offer hope in the soul of my being. How can I not feel protected, loved, cherished, and blessed knowing this promise. It is not just a promise, but a declaration. These words are often the first thing I see in the morning as I awake, and the last thing I see as I drift to sleep due to the frame that rests near my bedside. I have previously even mentioned this scripture in another post due to the power of the words.

Where human may have failed me, these words spring forth from my mind like a gentle embrace. When a situation has me feeling I can do no more, these words offer the greatest of comfort to my weary heart.

Yes, my name is Ruthe, and I am a Christian who believes she is important in the eyes of her Heavenly Father. I believe I have a purpose in this life to do and go where He leads me. He has promised me possibility, He has promised me purpose, and He has given me a life of blessings beyond all measure.

It is not enough to just say that out loud for the world to hear. My faith opens so many avenues of possibility. It offers possibility for forgiveness toward those that have hurt me. It offers me the possibility of peace through talking to Him when I am afraid. It offers me the possibility to love beyond measure. His love, in turn, offers me so much purpose in my life. I have a purpose to do the right thing. I have the purpose to offer myself as a vessel for others to achieve their dreams. I have a purpose to live in a world so filled with ugliness and hatred and see the beauty of a rainbow.

Those words may only be written in a book by someone long before my time Those words may be disputed by others as fiction, altered text, or untrue. But to me, they offer courage in a time of sorrow. They offer hope in a time of despair. I have had so many "terrible" moments in my life, they remind me of what is intended for me if I follow the path He leads me. A path of hope, a path of prosperity, and a path of love. My road may be dark at times, but He is always there guiding me through. My days may be filled with pain, but He is always there offering warmth, companionship, and comfort beyond what this world may offer. This is my possibility and my purpose.