Turn it Around
Week 4: For His Purpose

(Romans 8:28) And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose. 

(Ephesians 1:11) 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.

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✓ God’s purpose for me gives meaning to my .

(Ephesians 1:4 AMP) just as [in His love] He chose us in Christ [actually selected us for Himself as His own] before the foundation of the world, so that we would be holy [that is, consecrated, set apart for Him, purpose-driven] and blameless in His sight. 

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✓ God’s purpose for me gives meaning to my .

(Romans 5:3-4) Not only so, but we also glory in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; 4 perseverance, character; and character, hope. 

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✓ God’s purpose for me gives meaning to .

(Mark 10:45) For even the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve others and to give his life as a ransom for many.”

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Finding God’s Purpose

1. with serving God’s purpose.

(Matthew 6:33) But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.

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2. your unique contribution.

(Romans 12:6-8) In his grace, God has given us different gifts for doing certain things well. 

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3.  where you are. 

(Romans 12:6-8) So if God has given you the ability to prophesy, speak out with as much faith as God has given you. 7 If your gift is serving others, serve them well. If you are a teacher, teach well. 8 If your gift is to encourage others, be encouraging. If it is giving, give generously. If God has given you leadership ability, take the responsibility seriously. And if you have a gift for showing kindness to others, do it gladly.

(Proverbs 18:16 NKJV) A man’s gift makes room for him, And brings him before great men.

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