We are 2/3 of the way through the challenge. If you have been running along side of me in this experience I know you have seen significant changes in your attitude and in your actions. One of the key words that is an important component of your success is persistence. The book describes persistence as a demonstration of faith; without faith you would not persist. The ability to persist and demonstrate faith comes from several sources. For me, the first source is knowing that what I am pursuing is part of God's plan for my life, since that is the fundamental basis for all that I do in my life. It is also extremely important that you read inspirational books as you pursue your goal. You may have favorite authors but John Maxwell and Zig Ziegler are good places to start. The book reminds us also of three fundamental strategies to help you persevere:
1. Don't worry...worry brings fear, and fear is crippling.
2. Don't try to do this all by yourself.
3. Keep your goal in front of you every day.
4. Stay calm and cheerful. Don't let petty things annoy you and drag you off course.
If you are struggling with "persistence," perhaps you need to put a visual picture of this word in your mind. One of the synonyms for persistence is "doggedness." If you have ever tried to pull a bone out of a dog's mouth you will understand how this word fits. That dog has that bone clenched between his teeth; his feet are firmly planted and every muscle in its body is tensed so resist the pull of that bone away from him. So picture yourself as the dog with your goal firmly fixed between your teeth, with your feet firmly planted and your mind mentally focused and determined to stay on course. Recall that visual every morning and every time you encounter an obstacle. That should give your ability to remain persistent a real boost!
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