There are various keys to true and lasting success. These are principles which govern and produce a life filled with joy, peace, fulfillment and satisfaction. Some of these keys include; having a purpose, planning, goal-setting, and focus. But to truly succeed takes something else. This is what really pushes an individual over the top and brings success in tremendous fashion. It is a force, which causes things to happen when it seems as if nothing else works. And that dynamo is, PERSISTENCE. If a person is determined to see something happen, and refuses to quit, as long as the thing desired is not contrary to nature, or of a destructive kind to man, God will back that individual's goal and persistence will produce victory.
To persist means to be constant. It is defined as, to be determined, unrelenting and continual. A persistent person is resolved to reach whatever goal he or she has set for himself/herself. Failure is not in their hearts or minds. As far as they are concerned, they will not fail. They will get the job done, finish what they have began, get what they are after, and reach their desired destination.
When we make up our minds that we will keep on keeping on until we accomplish our goals, and then pursue them with a relentlessness and fortitude which does not recognize or accept defeat, it will astound us what can be done, because of singleness of purpose. Really, a made up mind is a vital key to attaining any worthwhile and worthy goal.
Persistence will take you places that others may have through impossible. Persistence will make you push yourself when you feel as if you cannot go another mile, take another step or see the way clearly. It is a spiritual force. It inspires you to keep reaching when there seems to be no hope, to continue moving when others may think that you are not being realistic or that you are going insane. It motivates you to keep trusting and keep trying because what you are after is worth it.
Read the autobiographies and biographies of those throughout history who have accomplished things of incredible odds and you will discover that persistence played, if not a major part, the major part in the attaining of their pursuits. It pays to give constant, diligent effort to get what you are after and not quit when things look as if they are not working. Keep in mind that if it means that much to you and your family, and if it is something that will help to further the cause of others (in a worthwhile and godly manner), then it should not be abandoned. You can do it, you can attain it, you can accomplish it.
Here are five keys to developing persistence in your life. Keep in mind, that the principles of success work for anyone who will apply and live by them, be it man, woman, boy or girl, rich or poor, regardless of color, or size. These principles work when they are put to work. Concerning persistence, one of the major keys here is what you can do:
1. Make goals for your life. A goal is something you would like to attain. It is always good to have a plan and purpose you would like to fulfill. So pray, ponder and consider carefully what you would like to accomplish.
2. Set timelines for the accomplishing of those goals. This is vital because when you give your goal a deadline, you are literally focusing your attention upon that goal. When your mind knows that something has to be done by a certain time, it will work with you to get it done.
3. Set out a plan as to how you can reach your goal and what you would need to do it.
4. Do not procrastinate. When you have your plan, work it. Begin immediately. Take action NOW.
5. Keep at it. Don't stop taking action until you hit your mark. Remember, you can be it, do it, have it, if you want it bad enough to keep at it until you get it.
Sheldon D. Newton is an inspirational and motivational speaker, teacher, pastor and seminar lecturer. He is the author of various life-transforming books including: Refuse to Live the Common Life, The Positive Power of Biblical Affirmations, Humility and the Honor of God and True Spirituality, which are available at http://www.amazon.com/ His burning purpose is to see lives transformed through the application of timeless and godly principles, which will enable them to live better lives of peace, wholeness and fulfillment. Visit his website at: http://www.sheldondnewtonministries.org/
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