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Unfocused asks: What causes people to lose their focus?
Distractions! Without question. I believe this is why the Bible states to write the vision and make it plain so that when you read it, you will understand and execute it. One way to reduce or eliminate distractions that so easily hinder us is to move the visions from our heads and put it on paper. By the way, I think that writing down dreams and visions is a good activity for the entire family. How different would your life be if someone had helped you turn your passions into a clearly written vision? Successful organizations have clearly written mission statements and strategic plans. God made it clear that if we desire success, we should do the same.
Clueless asks: How do you know God is speaking to you?
God speaks to us through His Word. However, you’ve probably heard that plenty of times. Someone really dear to me shared that she actually feels God’s breath on her ears. I’ve heard others say they get chill bumps; feel a deep touch in their chest; or a presence in the room. I’ve been blessed to experience precious contemplative moments in nature when the wind begins to move across only a few tree tops; or sitting on a veranda at night listening to the wind move swiftly across crisp autumn leaves. I have no doubt that God was speaking to me one morning as I watched the sun rise over the Atlantic Ocean. The closer we come to God, the more we come to know His voice and the more we live to expect His presence. Prayer is two-way communication. When you go into your prayer closet, allow time for Him to speak.
The opinions and views provided in Sargent Says, are not intended as psychological, spiritual or therapeutic advice. Opinions contained herein are those of the writer, and not to be used as a substitute for medical attention, diagnosis, treatment, or other professional mental health or medical services, or as legal, parental, spiritual, health, or mental health advice.
Beverly Sargent, NCC, LGPC, is a licensed pastoral therapist and founder of A Servant’s Heart Ministries, offering counseling services for pastors and their families, teens and adults. Email her at
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