The Destiny Hypothesis

Here is some stuff from the book I have been reading lately…



Sadly, hurting people end up hurting other people. The truth is, more often than not, they end up doing exactly what they said they would never do. That spirit is passed down. People who have been abused are the most likely to become abusers. Why is that? It’s not because they want to. They know how destructive it is. It’s because that negative spirit keeps being passed down.

My life is blessed today because somebody in my family line was praying, persevering even when times were tough, and honouring God through it all. If you have godly parents, godly grandparents, you should be extremely grateful because you have innumerable advantages today. You have more of God’s favour, more of His blessings because of what they’ve done. They’ve paid the price to invest in your future.

Moreover, when you have this godly heritage, you will sometimes stumble into blessings. Great things will happen, and you won’t even be able to figure out why. Seemingly impenetrable doors will open supernaturally. You’ll get the promotion, and you know you didn’t deserve it. That’s not a lucky break. It’s because that grandmother was praying. It’s because your parents lived lives marked by excellence. Or your great-grandparents sowed seeds of integrity and success.

The Bible indicates that when we have this heritage of faith, we will live in houses that we did not build. We will enjoy vineyards that we didn’t plant. God’s blessings will chase us down and overtake us.

First Samuel, chapter 25, relates how David and his men protected the family and the workers of a man by the name of Nabel from their enemies. One day, David sent his men to ask Nabel for some food and supplies. David thought that Nabel would be grateful and that he would freely give David’s troops the supplies for which they asked. But when David’s men arrived, Nabel treated them rudely and disrespectfully. He said, “I don’t even know who you are. I never asked you to do any of this, so just be on your way. Don’t bother me.”

When those men got back and told David how insolently they had been treated, David was furious. He said, “All right, men. Get your swords. We’re going to go take care of Nabel. We’re going to wipe him out.”

But on the way there, Nabel’s wife, Abigail, stopped David. She had heard about her husband’s insulting behaviour, so she brought a bountiful supply of gifts and food, hoping to reduce David’s anger. She said, “David, my husband is a rude and ungrateful man. He shouldn’t have treated you like that.” In verse 28 she said, “But David, if you will forgive this wrong, I know that God will give you an enduring house.”

I like that phrase “an enduring house.” Abigail was saying, “David, I know you have a right to be angry. I know my husband paid you back evil for your good, but if you can overlook it, take the high road and let it go, I know God will bless you for generations to come. I know He will give you an enduring house.”

David swallowed his pride, walked away, and overlooked the offense. He let it go, and God did indeed bless him and his future children as a result.


Why are so many people feeling unfulfilled in their lives? The answer is simple: They are not pursuing the dreams and desires God has placed within their hearts. A major reason why so many people are unhappy and lacking enthusiasm is that they are not fulfilling their destiny.

Determine that you are going to start focusing on your divine destiny and taking steps toward the dream and desires God has placed in your heart. Our goal should be that we’re going to live life to the fullest, pursuing our passions and dreams, and when it comes our time to go, we will have used as much of our potential as possible. We’re not going to bury our treasures; instead, we’re going to spend our lives well.

Your destiny has to do with what excites you. What are you passionate about? What do you really love doing? Your destiny will be a part of the dreams and desires that are in your heart – part of your very nature. Because God made you and He is the One Who put those desires within you in the first place, it shouldn’t surprise you that your destiny will involve something that you enjoy.

You are not meant to live a miserable and unfulfilled life. No, step into your divine destiny.

I really believe that when we get into our destiny and we are doing what we know we are called to do, enthusiasm and excitement will exude from us naturally. We may not jump up and down every day, but deep within, we’re going to know: This is what I was called to do. This is why I was born. This is my destiny.

You have a sense of destiny hardwired into you, a divine purpose installed by the Creator of the universe. It is a part of your nature, who you really are. If we can discover our destiny and do what we’re good at naturally, life becomes much more enjoyable. It won’t be a struggle or a headache.

If you’re doing something that is not natural, it’s always a struggle. If you train, practice, and push, and you still can’t seem to get a skill down, recognize that it’s not in your nature. Life should not be a constant struggle. When you’re living within your purpose, one of the most noticeable results will be how natural it feels. Learn to appreciate and use the skills, gifts, or abilities at which you are naturally talented.

Proverbs 18:16 says that your gift will make room for you. I’m convinced if you’ll get into your destiny, no matter where you are, you won’t have any problem getting hired or getting happy. You won’t have any problem finding work, friends, or opportunity. In fact, if you’ll focus on your strengths and do what you’re gifted to do, you’ll probably have to turn down opportunities.

If you’re not fulfilled, it may well be because you are not pursuing your destiny. Make sure that you are fulfilling the dreams that God has placed in your heart. Are you tapping into the potential that’s on the inside? Have you discovered what you do best, what comes naturally? Are you excelling in that area?

Whatever you are called to do, if you’ll do it to the best of your ability and excel at it, you are honouring God.

Time is short. Find one thing that you’re passionate about and start giving yourself to it. And God will lead you one step at a time.

Follow God’s divine destiny for your life, discover your calling, and stay in your purpose. Make a decision to keep pressing forward, keep believing, and keep stretching until you see your dreams fulfilled. Then one day, you will look back and say with confidence, “This is why God put me here.”

Today, meditate on thoughts such as these: “I have everything I need to fulfill my destiny”…”God accepts me; He approves me; I know God has good things in store for me”…”I am valuable; I have royal blood in my bloodline; I have a bright future!”...”My best days are ahead of me.”







Here is a great devotional from today that I got lots out of as well…



Victory Through Faith [ what a GREAT title! ]


Scripture Reading: 1st Samuel 17:12-37
Key Verse: Philippians 1:6 – Being confident of this very thing, that He Who has begun a good work in you will complete it until the day of Jesus Christ.


As a young shepherd boy, David did not possess all the qualities of a strong, conquering faith. God took years to train him for his future role as a king of Israel. However, he never lost sight of God’s goal for his life by fretting over the future.

When facing his first major challenge with Goliath, David mentally went through several steps to ensure himself of the victory through faith:

Recall past victories. David remembered God’s faithfulness and was encouraged.

Reaffirm the reasons for the conflict. Make sure your motives and heart are pure before God.

Reject discouragement. Always be wary of pessimism. Instead, practice recalling God’s promises to you.

Recognize the true nature of the battle. Claim your position in Christ as a joint heir and a beloved child of God.

Respond with positive confessions of faith. God is in control, and He will give you the victory.

Rely on God. All your hopes and security is in Christ. You struggle with human abilities and limitations, but God knows no limits.

Reckon the victory. David did, and you can too! Whether the victory comes today or in ten years, God will complete what he has begun in your life (Phil. 1:6).


Dear Lord, thank You for past victories. As I face the battles of my life, make my motives pure. Help me resist discouragement and claim my position as a joint heir with Christ. Your power knows no limit, and You will complete what You have started in my life.