It is important to stand firm in our belief that failure can work out. Failure doesn’t mean you will never accomplish what you believe is the right thing to do or the right thing that will work out in your life. It just means that you might have to work a little harder to achieve your goal.
As I have stated before, success is about getting up one more time after a failure. You might even have to get back up several times before you finally succeed. If you believe in your abilities and stay committed with pride, you will achieve success.
The Biblical book of Proverbs teaches us to “commit our works to the Lord, and our plans will be established.” The Psalmist further emphasizes this by saying “delight yourself in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart.” The Lord wants all of us to be successful in life. He desires that no woman or man be a failure. However, failing is a part of life because we can learn from our failures. We learn what not to do the next time.
Standing firm in your belief by getting up one more time and doing it all over again is a method for success, and placing God first in your beliefs is a step toward success. You must also create a climate of confidence around you. That is to say, it is difficult to succeed when you are surrounded by “nay-sayers” who don’t believe in your goal.
Remember, it is your goal, and you don’t need affirmation or approval from others if you believe in it. Therefore, you must believe that you can accomplish whatever you set out to do. It is your goal, and therefore you must visualize yourself attaining it.
It is always helpful to jot down on paper the steps in your plan necessary to accomplish your desired outcome. Successful people exhibit a pattern of good work. This is the essence of commitment and standing firm in your beliefs.
Lastly, ensure that you are in the right environment. A positive environment can motivate you to move forward and grow. However, a negative environment can overwhelm you with negative messages and hinder your ability to succeed. Above all, ensure that God is part of your plan, and the chances of your success are more likely to materialize. So be blessed, and Never Give Up! Never Give Up! Never Give Up!
By Dr. Walter Ghosten
chaplain@lhp.net
