Here are some quick facts about passionate people:
I. The proof of their desire is found in their pursuit
• We can discover what we are really wanting in life by noticing what we are pursuing the most
• Pursuit will always be a by product of our passion
II. They follow passion and not others expectations
• How many historical accomplishments would have been thwarted if the majority would have been the main influence?
• When others expectations of us influence our dreams and purpose we choose to live by a protocol God did not ordain
III. Their passion always sets them apart from others
• Like Olympians we have to adhere to, abstain from and live by disciplines that only make sense to people who see the finish line
IV. Their passion has more influence than their personality
• Albert Einstein stated – “I have no special talents. I am only passionately curious.”
• 2 Corinthians 9:2 -” For I know how eager you are to help, and I have been boasting to the churches in Macedonia that you in Greece were ready to send an offering a year ago. In fact, it was your enthusiasm that stirred up many of the Macedonian believers to begin giving.”
• Personality might attract and draw crowds but passion will keep them long after the initial performance is over
V. Their passion for God keeps them from sin
• King David, the only one labeled a man after God’s own heart, wrote in Psalm 119:11 – “I have hidden your word in my heart, that I might not sin against you.”
• If you have passion for God you will sacrifice anything including the distractions and ambitions that neutralize your pursuit of God
How do I get passion for God?
A. Realize God desires passionate followers
B. Make a decision that passion is the deciding difference in your life
C. Believe that God wants you to be a passionate person
D. Pray for passion
E. Return to your first love
Revelation 2:1-4 – “Write this letter to the angel of the church in Ephesus. This is the message from the one who holds the seven stars in his right hand, the one who walks among the seven gold lampstands:“I know all the things you do. I have seen your hard work and your patient endurance. I know you don’t tolerate evil people. You have examined the claims of those who say they are apostles but are not. You have discovered they are liars. You have patiently suffered for me without quitting. “But I have this complaint against you. You don’t love me or each other as you did at first! Look how far you have fallen! Turn back to me and do the works you did at first.”
F. Associate with people of passion
Until next time….

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