Vision
A clear vision and perspective are necessary for living a purpose-driven life and serving God effectively.
John Follette emphasizes the importance of having the right perspective in our approach to God and in our daily lives, cautioning against the world's demand for instant gratification. He highlights the need to focus on God's purpose and vision for our lives, rather than getting caught up in temporary distractions. Follette encourages the audience to seek a deeper understanding of Truth and to align their actions with God's intended path, reminding them of the significance of having a clear vision to guide their steps.
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The world is geared so that it wants everything done right now. But you can't do the work of God that way.
We need perspective in our thinking; in our studying; in our approach to God.
I am so thankful for what I call perspective in my vision of Truth. I know now His purpose, and only as I look away, and not too closely at the present, am I able to move on at all. "We look not at things seen." I must see them all in their logical purpose, but not park on anything too transitory.
We are all made to follow a vision of some sort, or pattern. All life and activity is due to motivation toward some desired end or purpose. What is our vision; or for what are we living? "Where there is no vision (no restraining power in life), the people cast off restraint." {Prov. 29:18)
Sermon Outline
- I. The Problem of Instant Gratification
- A. The world's emphasis on immediate results
- B. The limitations of this approach in serving God
- II. The Need for Perspective
- A. In thinking and studying
- B. In approaching God
- III. The Importance of Vision
- A. Following a guiding purpose
- B. Motivation for life and activity
Key Quotes
“We look not at things seen.” — John Follette
“Where there is no vision (no restraining power in life), the people cast off restraint.” — John Follette
Application Points
- We must learn to see things in their logical purpose, rather than getting stuck on transitory things.
- A clear vision and purpose are necessary for motivation and living a meaningful life.
- Without a guiding purpose, we risk losing restraint and moral guidelines.