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Growing Into Your Purpose

by Brett Fuller on February 10, 2020

As the patriarch Jacob was blessing the sons of Joseph who were born to him in Egypt, his final words in Genesis 48:16 were, "...May they grow into a multitude in the midst of the earth."

As these two grandsons of Jacob grew, I imagine the words which continued to ring in their ears were. "...grow into a multitude..." Jacob gave purpose & direction to their growth. If while they were maturing, they were not "growing into" something they would know they weren't growing properly.

As sons and daughters who were born into a metaphorical Egypt, we need to answer two questions:

  1. As we go in God, are we growing in God?
  2. If we are growing in God, into what are we growing?

May the promises of blessing found in scripture guide you into the purpose of your creation. Live right, live well...

About the Author
Brett Fuller

Brett Fuller is the presiding Bishop of Every Nation’s family of churches in the metropolitan Washington DC area, that fall under the umbrella of the Grace Covenant Church’s purview. He also serves as Chaplain of the Washington Commanders. From 2005 to 2014 he served as Chaplain for the National Association of Basketball Coaches. In 2000, he initiated a bill in Congress to build a memorial honoring the African American Slaves who helped build America. Though the bill was never passed, he still hopes to complete the mission. Also, from 2007-2009 he served on President George Bush's Advisory Board for Historically Black Colleges and Universities.

Pastor Brett has written two devotionals: “Live Well”, and “Relate Well” and recently published two books: Dreaming in Black and White and High Ceilings. He and his lovely wife of 36 years, Cynthia, frequently conduct marriage and family seminars. Brett also coordinates relational and professional development seminars, helping leaders in every walk of life to become better leaders. He and his bride reside in Chantilly, VA, have parented 7 children and have been blessed with 2 wonderful daughter in-laws. And most recently, they have welcomed their first grandchild; Ava Lily.

 

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