Today I took a stroll along the Riverwalk in San Antonio after work. Just a few buildings down from the place of my work there is a fountain.
As I stopped to watch and listen to the gushing water a thought struck me.
What was this thought?
Water is purified by movement right? I remember watching fast flowing rivers and waterfalls in New Zealand. I also remember my mother often telling me that flowing water purifies itself when we would go out on picnics by the rivers.
BUT: when a river turns into a tributary and the water is trapped, what happens?
It stagnates and finally stinks no?
Let’s compare this to your vision. (I am trusting you DO have a vision right? – If not take a look at these articles about Life Purpose which will help you discover your vision in life).
Is your vision fresh?
If it is not, perhaps it is because something in you has stopped, and your vision is stagnating.
What can you do to reactive your vision?
- Do you have your vision written down? Remember there is an interesting vision in the Bible in Habakkuk 2:2-3 where we are told to write the vision down and make it plain.
- Are you reading the right books, watching the right videos and listening to the right mp3s or CDs? A daily habit of personal development and focus is essential to your dreams and your vision.
- Do you have a plan of action? Perhaps you have long term plans? Do you also have short term plans?
- Have you become discouraged because you see no immediate fruit? Remember a seed takes time to grow into a plant. If the seed is that of a tree it will take even longer, but with the right nurturing, it WILL grow. Meanwhile make sure to “stop and smell the roses” along the way.
- When you begin to cross items off of your plan of action because they are completed, reward yourself! This will encourage you to continue on with your pursuit.
Are you keeping your vision fresh? Is the river of your life flowing, or has it stagnated?