Do you know your life’s assignment? Have you ever felt stuck, as though you were made for more? Maybe you’re generally happy, yet there’s this nagging feeling that you’re meant to be doing something greater—something with more meaning, purpose, or impact. Whether it’s a desire to create, serve, or help others, you just know deep down that you’re supposed to be doing “something.” If this resonates with you, you’re not alone.
I truly believe that each of us is given a unique life assignment from the moment we are born. This “assignment” is tailored specifically to us and is given by God. The challenge, however, is that God doesn’t always reveal it to us right away. Because He gives us free will, it’s our responsibility to discover what our assignment is—and then decide whether we’ll fulfill it. But trust me, when God has a purpose for you, it’s worth seeking. Living in alignment with His plan for your life is the key to fulfillment, peace, and true happiness.
Here are five practical tips to help you discover your life assignment and begin living with purpose.
It really can be that simple. Ask God to reveal your life assignment to you. After all, He is the one who gave it to you in the first place. Take time to pray earnestly about it. And when you pray, listen closely. But here’s where many people go wrong: listening doesn’t mean just sitting idly and waiting for a grand revelation. God speaks in many ways, often through opportunities, people, and experiences. Be proactive. Try different things. Read the Word. God will open doors that lead you toward your assignment and close those that don’t align with His plan for you. I always pray, “God, open the doors You have for me and slam shut those that are not meant for me.” Trust that He will do the same for you.
Ask yourself: What brings you joy? What do you feel passionate about? When you find your life assignment, it will ignite a fire within you that’s hard to ignore. It’s not about making grand gestures or waiting for a huge moment of inspiration—it’s often found in the simple things. If you’re passionate about helping people feel confident, maybe your assignment is in beauty or personal care. If you love empowering others, perhaps your calling lies in coaching or mentoring. It doesn’t have to be complicated. Your assignment will align with what makes you come alive.
What do you hold dear? What are your core values? Your life assignment will always honor those values and never ask you to compromise them. No matter how appealing a potential path may seem, if it goes against your deeply held beliefs, it’s not your true calling. Ask yourself: What principles guide your life? Stay true to yourself, and trust that your assignment will honor your values every step of the way.
Gratitude can change everything. I believe that showing thankfulness for both the small and big things in life is key to uncovering your purpose. Try keeping a gratitude journal and commit to writing down three to five things you’re thankful for each day. They can be big, small, or anything in between. The more you focus on gratitude, the more you’ll experience happiness and clarity about your purpose. This shift in perspective can help you see opportunities for your life assignment that might otherwise go unnoticed.
So for me, I can now look in the mirror without cringing at my own reflection. I can smile at myself, and thanks to Mel Robbins, I can even high-five myself in the mirror. I am actually learning to like myself and am proud of all I have accomplished. And because of that, I am even starting to make small, daily improvements. I am moving my body more. I am eating better. I am practicing self-love.
After all, I am a child of God, and He never makes mistakes.
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