July 27, 2013

In everything that he undertook in the service of God's temple and in obedience to the law and the commands, he sought his God and worked wholeheartedly.  And so he prospered.  2 Chronicles 31:21

There abound countless formulas for success.  Dress for success.  See what you want to be.  Seven habits. I am sure Malcom Forbes, Bill Gates and Carlos Slim would all have insight on how to be successful.

However, the formula outlined in 2 Chronicles would seem to be foundational to all the other success formulas and plans.  Seek God and work wholeheartedly.  Simple.  Straightforward.  

Keep in mind that God's idea of success may not include $72 billion dollars (Bill Gate's current worth) or a 590 foot superyacht, but success in God's eyes is what should be the hoped for outcome for all Christians.

Seek God- meditation, prayer, Bible reading, Christian authors. . .

Work wholeheartedly-  Once God has made His will clear, don't give 80 or 90 or even 95% effort.  Give back to God what he gave to you-  100%.  Jettison all things in  your life that are keeping you from giving God 100%.  That doesn't mean live the life of a hermit, but be careful not to allow the things of this world to detract you from God's plan for your life.

Seek and work.  A pretty good formula for success.