The Power of Mindset in Finding Your Life Purpose
The biggest difference between people who make an impact and those who don’t is how they think.
An old story illustrates this well. A shoe salesman was sent to a new territory. When reporting back, he said, “This is a terrible place, NO ONE wears shoes.”
A new salesman was sent to that same territory. When he reported back, he said, “This is a great place, NO ONE wears shoes.”
The exact same situation—one person saw obstacles, the other saw opportunities.
Most of Us Struggle to Find Meaning to Life
I battle thoughts like that sometimes. I’m not famous. I don’t have great political or economic power. I don’t have millions of social media followers. What can I do?
That’s when I remind myself of people who have changed the world without wealth, political influence, or a massive following.
Mother Teresa is a perfect example. She lived a life dedicated to serving others and following God’s plan for her life. Her words have been a source of encouragement, challenge, and motivation for many—including me.
If you’ve ever wondered how to find your God-given purpose, consider her wisdom. On days when I feel like asking, “What’s the use? Is what I’m doing making a difference?” I reflect on these quotes and ask God to guide me.
Because I do want to make a difference in the world for God and for good.
How to Find Your Purpose: Wisdom from Mother Teresa
If you’re searching for meaning in life or wondering how to find your God-given purpose, let these quotes inspire you:
“We ourselves feel that what we are doing is just a drop in the ocean. But the ocean would be less because of that missing drop.”
“If you can’t feed a hundred people, then feed one.”
“Not all of us can do great things. But we can do small things with great love.”
“God doesn’t require us to succeed, he only requires that you try.”
“Yesterday is gone. Tomorrow has not yet come. We have only today. Let us begin.”
“Never worry about numbers. Help one person at a time and always start with the person nearest you.”
“I alone cannot change the world, but I can cast a stone across the waters to create many ripples.”
“We shall never know all the good a simple smile can do.”
“I have found the paradox, that if you love until it hurts, there can be no more hurt, only more love.”
“Life is a challenge, we must take it.”
“Do not think that love, in order to be genuine, has to be extraordinary. What we need is to love without getting tired.”
God’s Plan for Your Life: Start Where You Are
Finding your purpose in life doesn’t require fame, wealth, or power. It starts with a shift in mindset and a willingness to act, no matter how small the steps.
If you’ve been searching for how to find your purpose, remember: God has a plan for your life. Trust Him, take action, and know that even the smallest act of love can make a difference.
What step will you take today to live out your purpose?
My goal is to help busy believers experience God more deeply, grow consistently—both spiritually and personally—and confidently live out their unique purpose.
