“My heart is overflowing with a good theme…” ~ Psalm 45:1 (NKJ)

Do you know what the theme of your heart is? Think about it for a moment.

You may not even think you have a theme. You may feel like your life has been one long series of fragmented incidences, disconnected and detached from one another. But if you stop and consider the things that have been in your heart for years and years, you’ll realize that those things are actually a part of your “theme” or purpose.

This scripture in Psalms says “my heart is overflowing with a good theme.” What is overflowing in your heart? What things stir your heart? Are there certain patterns that you can see throughout your life? Things that have always been important to you? Dreams that just won’t go away – even after many years? Desires of your heart that you still long to be fulfilled?

Some of the themes that continually fill my heart year after year are: writing, creating, inspiring and encouraging women, helping others find and fulfill their God-given purpose (um, and England never quite leaves me alone). 😉 Not all of these things are connected, but in a way they are. I can use my writing and art to inspire and encourage others, and help them find their purpose.

The same is true for you.

There are certain themes that seem to recur in your own heart over and over. They run like threads through the tapestry of your life, weaving a beautiful work of art. And if you will identify those themes, they will lead you to God’s plan and purpose for your life.

When you recognize your heart’s theme(s), you will find that your life will become more harmonious. You’ll begin to understand yourself so much better. Then you can live a more accurate, faithful, and purposeful life each and every day.

I encourage you to spend some time thinking over your life. Identify the theme (or themes) of your heart, then begin to make steps towards fulfilling them.

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