Acts 28:11-16

So Paul was on Malta for three months. That was three months of ministry, and I am sure Paul made the most of that time. Thankfully, he was able to have some freedom and obviously was not considered a flight risk. In fact, I think Paul was more determined to get to Rome than the soldiers who were tasked with delivering him there.

This somewhat reminds me of Jesus’ determination to get to Jerusalem, even knowing what awaited Him there.

Have you ever had that kind of determination—where you just knew you had to get something done? It could be completing a project, discovering a breakthrough, perhaps in the medical or scientific world; maybe it is a certain place you need to get to or a certain person you need to see.

Never underestimate the power of the Holy Spirit not only to motivate you, but also to connect you to your purpose. When that happens, you begin to operate in step with Him, and what once seemed impossible suddenly becomes possible.

It is interesting how we rarely see or grasp the full magnitude of our actions. Yet God, in His infinite wisdom, has placed each of us specifically here and now for His purposes. There is nothing quite like the realization that you are walking in what God created you to do. There is an “I was made for this moment” kind of revelation that resonates within your soul.

There is nothing like it. You enter into the joy of serving your King and Creator, and this life becomes less about living for ourselves and more about serving the One who gave everything for us.

Paul was on the homestretch of his race, and he was running toward the finish line. This life meant little to him compared to what awaited him, as he stated in Philippians 1:21–24:

“For to me, living means living for Christ, and dying is even better. But if I live, I can do more fruitful work for Christ. So I really don’t know which is better. I’m torn between two desires: I long to go and be with Christ, which would be far better for me. But for your sakes, it is better that I continue to live.”

Are we running toward our finish line, or are we content to simply go with the flow? Remember, the current of this world will naturally carry us away from God rather than toward Him. Following God requires intentionality, determination, and a willingness to keep moving in the direction He has called us.

I know for me, at the end of my race, I want to hear those words: “Well done, My good and faithful servant.”

How about you?