A visionary.
This may not come as a surprise to most. But recently I took a StrengthFinders test and discovered the degree to which I am those qualities.
According to Gallop, I am an "Activator" and "Achiever". A person who is constantly starting something, simply for the purpose of completing it; The kind of person who makes list just to cross everything off them.
Here's the confession: I like making my mark.
I think in some ways, we all do. We all want to do something that matters. We all want to be a part of something larger than themselves.
Unfortunately, we are often misled by what we think is "bigger than ourselves", and what really is.
It's okay to have dreams about making your mark. The real issue is this: Is your dreaming keeping you from taking action? Are you waiting for the "perfect opportunity" to step out of your comfort zone and make a difference?
If so, you may need to rethink things.
To be completely honest, making your mark is something that can take place in whatever location and capacity you are ready and prepared for. The fact is, there are people in your backyard who need your help. There are people in your city, your town who need you. There are ministries in your area who could use someone with your artistic skills and giftings.
It may be that so long as your busy dreaming, you will miss the best opportunity that you will ever have to make your mark.
So.
Where are your markings?
Where could you make your mark close by?
Just think about that today.
Maybe you will change y.o.u.r. world.
[This post is the fifth in a series of weekly posts designed to inspire and challenge through the stories and thoughts from theRevolutionary Mediabook, "Dear World".Dear World is available for purchase through Blurb, and in November 2009 will be available for digital download by donation.]
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Great article. One small thing. It's Gallup.
You got it girl! Thank you.