I am what I am today because of where I have been; I wouldn’t change a thing.  Hindsight has been a beautiful thing in my life.  The reason I can persevere and move through life’s challenges is that I have true faith.

Seldom do I look back on the past.  Although the past has made me who I am today, I choose to focus on the present.  I have beautiful memories that bring me joy at different moments throughout my life.  However, I believe those moments of joy are pieces to the puzzle of my life, and I need to continue placing the pieces of the puzzle to get to my purpose.  

Focusing on memories, what used to be, but is no longer, is not productive for me.  It takes me off my current purpose.  I’m not talking about those moments of joy that are remembered from time to time.  Staying away from living in the past or the future, I thrive in the present. 

What I have found is that each struggle and joy has brought me closer to finishing my puzzle.  Without going through the struggle or facing the accomplishments, I would not have all the pieces I need to fulfill my purpose.

I have had many struggles; however, I often have trouble remembering them.  Why?  Because I don’t look at the difficult times of my life as struggles.  I look at the roadblocks as opportunities to learn what I need to know in this life.  My struggles move me closer to Jesus.  I don’t wish struggles upon anybody, but it’s important that we learn how to move through the obstacles in our lives.

People have said, “You are so brave” or “You have so much strength.”  I’m not brave or strong, I’m a follower of Jesus.  As I walk through the difficult times, I do so knowing and believing that Jesus is with me.  I have true faith that the obstacles I face in life are the stepping stones to my purpose.

Hindsight has shown me how each step in my life has paved the way for the next opportunity.  I have seen myself get off track, and years later, recognize that road was provided to guide me back to my intended path.

My struggles get me closer to my life’s purpose, and for that reason, I wouldn’t change a thing. 

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