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I’ve thought many times about how different my life would be if I’d given up when I wanted to. My story could’ve become something like, “Yeah, I used to think I was supposed to be this, but I gave it a shot and things didn’t work out. That’s just how it goes.”
I’m certain you’ll have to wrestle with occasional challenges in different seasons of your life: a boss you don’t think you can stand another day, a relationship that’s suddenly hurting, a dream that’s running out of resources, a move that’s failed your expectations. When you face difficulties, it’s natural to reconsider your huge, life-altering decisions. You might ask questions like these.
Should I take my chances, quit this job, and look for something else? After my spouse’s affair, is it time to move on? Am I really cut out to run a business? Should I cut my losses before things get any worse?
In each of these examples and with most major life choices you’re at a crucial fork in the road, and it’s time to decide: should I stay or walk away?

Am I choosing to give up because it’s the right thing or because it seems like leaving would be easier? Often the best and most rewarding decision you can make is to stay the course even when it would be simpler to turn and walk away. I’m not saying you will never need to walk away. But before you decide, ask yourself, “Am I choosing to give up because it’s the right thing or because it seems like leaving would be easier?” 

Sometimes the greatest act of faith is faithfulness, staying where you are planted. Years from now you may look back and thank God that you decided to stay when it would have been easier to go. Remember, God made you in His image and He is the author and finisher of your story. You are not a quitter. You are a finisher.

God, is there anything I’m trying to walk away from that You want me to stay and finish? Will You give me Your strength to press on? In Jesus name, Amen.


Article Author: Anitra

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