IKIGAI
Romans 15:13 – Now the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that ye may abound in hope, through the power of the Holy Ghost. (KJV)
Read: Job 32:8
It is a fact that everyone wants fulfilment in life. The Japanese concept developed over the years, called “Ikigai”, can help analyse the human motivation for satisfaction. “Iki” means life, while “gai” refers to value or worth. This concept suggests that we can identify what motivates people by examining what they love, what they are good at, what they can be paid for, and what the world needs.
Using the diagram, the space where the four ideas of passion, mission, profession, and vocation meet could provide people with balance and satisfaction. That is, passion can trigger a person’s mission, leading to pursuing a profession or career that pays them adequately.
Nevertheless, this concept presents four distinct empty spaces. These spaces encompass feelings of uselessness, emptiness, uncertainty, and lack of wealth. This applies to spiritual life. A fellow might have the best profession, but there is always an inner void in need of constant filling. This void originates from Adamic nature because God originally created humans as beings who should receive nourishment from Him (Genesis 3:8). However, since the fall at the Garden of Eden, humans’ appetite and desire for material things grew strongly, yet they cannot find deep satisfaction outside of God.
This is why only God, through the Holy Spirit, can fill this vacuum. Regardless of the high skills or wealth acquired, the void and thirst in the soul will remain unquenchable until people return to the source (God) for direction. Beloved, as the Bible text for today reveals, stay connected to the Holy Spirit; you will find joy, peace, and fulfilment in addition to your profession and gifting.
PRAYER
Hymn: Take My Life, and Let It Be – Frances R. Havergal (1874)
1. Talk to God concerning your life and peculiar issues where you need peace and rest.
(MIDNIGHT PRAYER)
1. Spend quality time praying in the Holy Ghost. The power and grace of God are resting upon you!
GOD BLESS YOU!
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