“Getting Right”
“Getting Right” – Devotional Excerpt
“I never left; I was getting right. Got lost, ‘where are you?’ Addressing what others like.”
Life can pull us in different directions, making us feel lost or stuck trying to meet others' expectations. But Romans 12:2 reminds us to fix our attention on God and allow Him to transform us from the inside out. Growth isn’t always about moving forward—it’s about realigning with what truly matters.
Blaise Pascal once said, “The most common form of despair is not being who you are.” When we live for others instead of walking in our God-given purpose, we risk losing ourselves. Taking time to “get right” isn’t wasted—it’s a necessary step in becoming who God created you to be.
Ask yourself today: What’s been pulling you off course? Are you focused on your purpose or trying to meet expectations that aren’t yours to carry?
Action Step: Write down what matters most to you and take one step toward it today. Growth takes time, but clarity starts with a choice.
Devotional Thought 2: “Getting Right”
“I never left; I was getting right. Got lost, ‘where are you?’ Addressing what others like.”
Here’s what Romans 12:2 says in The Message translation:
“Don’t become so well-adjusted to your culture that you fit into it without even thinking. Instead, fix your attention on God. You’ll be changed from the inside out. Readily recognize what he wants from you, and quickly respond to it. Unlike the culture around you, always dragging you down to its level of immaturity, God brings the best out of you, develops well-formed maturity in you.”
Life has a way of pulling us in different directions, often making us feel lost or off track. Sometimes, it’s because we’re too busy trying to live up to what others expect of us—addressing what they like instead of focusing on what truly matters to us. In these moments, it’s important to pause and recalibrate. Growth doesn’t always mean moving forward; sometimes, it’s about stepping back to realign with your values and purpose.
“I never left; I was getting right” is a reminder that it’s okay to take time to reassess. Søren Kierkegaard once said,
“The most common form of despair is not being who you are.”
When we try to live for others, we risk losing ourselves, which only adds to the sense of being lost.
To “get right,” we need to ask ourselves hard questions: Am I chasing what’s important to me, or am I just trying to please others? What truly matters in this season of my life? Taking the time to reconnect with yourself—even when it feels like a setback—is one of the most valuable steps you can take.
Today, ask yourself:
What’s been pulling you off course lately? Are you focusing on your purpose, or are you caught up in trying to meet others’ expectations?
Reflection:
What’s one area in your life where you feel lost?
Action Step:
Write down what matters most to you and one step you can take to focus on that. Remember, real growth takes time and clarity.
Taking the time to “get right” is never wasted. It’s part of the journey to becoming who God created you to be.
“Stay Locked In”
Excerpt from “Stay Locked In”
“Stay locked in, not boxed in, keep on going, never stoppin’.”
Life throws distractions our way—fear, doubt, failure—but God calls us to run with endurance. Hebrews 12:1-2 (MSG) reminds us:
“Strip down, start running—and never quit! Keep your eyes on Jesus, who both began and finished this race we’re in.”
Staying locked in doesn’t mean you won’t struggle; it means you won’t let struggles define you. Jesus never lost sight of where He was headed. Neither should you.
What’s one thing you can let go of today to stay focused on what matters most?
Devotional Thought 1: “Stay Locked In”
“Stay locked in, not boxed in, keep on going, never stoppin’.”
Life often feels like a marathon. Between work, family, relationships, and personal goals, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed or stuck. Hebrews 12:1-2 reminds us to focus on what truly matters. It tells us to set aside distractions, let go of what weighs us down and stay focused on the bigger picture.
Hebrews 12:1-2 (MSG) reminds us to focus on what truly matters:
“Do you see what this means—all these pioneers who blazed the way, all these veterans cheering us on? It means we’d better get on with it. Strip down, start running—and never quit! No extra spiritual fat, no parasitic sins. Keep your eyes on Jesus, who both began and finished this race we’re in. Study how he did it. Because he never lost sight of where he was headed—that exhilarating finish in and with God—he could put up with anything along the way: Cross, shame, whatever. And now he’s there, in the place of honor, right alongside God.”
Staying “locked in” means keeping your priorities straight, even when life throws curveballs. It’s about breaking free from the mental and emotional “boxes” that hold you back—self-doubt, fear of failure, or the pressure to be perfect. Ellen G. White beautifully said,
“True success in any line of work is not the result of chance or accident or destiny. It is the outworking of God’s providences, the reward of faith and discretion, of virtue and perseverance.”
(Source: Christ’s Object Lessons)
When struggles arise, remind yourself why you’re running this race. Focus on the small victories, the people cheering you on, and the goals you’ve set for yourself. Perseverance doesn’t mean never stumbling; it means getting back up and moving forward, one step at a time.
Today, ask yourself: What’s boxing you in? What can you let go of to stay locked in on what matters most? Take a deep breath, refocus, and keep going.
Reflection: What’s one thing you can do today to stay focused on your goals?
Action Step: Write down one distraction or obstacle you’re facing, and one step you can take to overcome it.
Remember, progress comes from consistency, not perfection. This devotional encourages us to stay focused on our purpose, grounded in faith, and confident in God’s plan, no matter the challenges we face.