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According to the farmer, what is the primary function of the preparation stage in a person's life?
According to the farmer, what is the primary function of the preparation stage in a person's life?
- To cultivate unique characteristics and prepare for one's calling. (correct)
- To ensure a life free of adversity and challenges.
- To make a person experience the joy of living their purpose.
- To guarantee financial success and prosperity.
What does the farmer describe as a key element of the 'drought' in the preparation stage?
What does the farmer describe as a key element of the 'drought' in the preparation stage?
- A phase of complete certainty and confidence in life's direction.
- A time when personal strengths are fully recognized.
- A period of consistent success and abundance.
- A period of scarcity and severe difficulty, encompassing various forms of loss. (correct)
According to the farmer, how does adversity during the preparation stage ultimately contribute to an individual's purpose?
According to the farmer, how does adversity during the preparation stage ultimately contribute to an individual's purpose?
- It plays no role in discovering one's purpose, it's just a setback.
- It isolates the individual, making it impossible to fulfil their calling, by pushing them to the margins of society.
- It permanently weakens the individual, making their purpose unattainable.
- It serves as a crucial element for growth, providing lessons necessary for fulfilling a higher calling. (correct)
What analogy does the farmer use to illustrate the effect of personal 'drought' on an individual?
What analogy does the farmer use to illustrate the effect of personal 'drought' on an individual?
What is the ultimate transformative effect of the preparation stage's challenges, according to the farmer?
What is the ultimate transformative effect of the preparation stage's challenges, according to the farmer?
According to the farmer, what is the primary function of the 'preparation stage' in the context of finding one's purpose?
According to the farmer, what is the primary function of the 'preparation stage' in the context of finding one's purpose?
What does the farmer suggest a seed must do during the 'planting stage'?
What does the farmer suggest a seed must do during the 'planting stage'?
What is the 'defining moment' in the context of the chapter referring to?
What is the 'defining moment' in the context of the chapter referring to?
In the 'growth stage', what does the text imply when describing that 'the right people show up'?
In the 'growth stage', what does the text imply when describing that 'the right people show up'?
What is the significance of facing challenges and adversity during the 'growth stage'?
What is the significance of facing challenges and adversity during the 'growth stage'?
What does the farmer say about the duration of the 'growth stage'?
What does the farmer say about the duration of the 'growth stage'?
What does 'being pruned like a bush' signify in the 'growth stage'?
What does 'being pruned like a bush' signify in the 'growth stage'?
What does the farmer imply about the relationship between personal desires and one’s purpose during the planting stage?
What does the farmer imply about the relationship between personal desires and one’s purpose during the planting stage?
What analogy does Josh use to describe how ‘blessings’ can appear in life?
What analogy does Josh use to describe how ‘blessings’ can appear in life?
According to the farmer, what is the danger of the internal critic during the 'growth stage'?
According to the farmer, what is the danger of the internal critic during the 'growth stage'?
Flashcards
Preparation Stage
Preparation Stage
The initial stage of purpose, characterized by personal traits, experiences, and challenges that shape an individual's potential.
Drought
Drought
A period of adversity that occurs during the preparation stage, characterized by challenges such as job loss, illness, or financial difficulties.
Planting the Seed
Planting the Seed
The second stage of purpose, where an individual actively chooses to pursue their potential by taking action.
Growth Stage
Growth Stage
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Harvest Stage
Harvest Stage
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Defining Moment
Defining Moment
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Planting Stage
Planting Stage
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Fruit Stage
Fruit Stage
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Surrendering to Growth
Surrendering to Growth
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The Naysayer within
The Naysayer within
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Purpose & Faith Greater than Opinions
Purpose & Faith Greater than Opinions
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Crumbling the Old Foundation
Crumbling the Old Foundation
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Purpose Journey
Purpose Journey
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Study Notes
Four Stages of Purpose
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Stage 1: Preparation
- This stage lasts until a person decides to plant their seed.
- It involves the individual's birth, family, strengths, weaknesses, gifts, passions, location, and life experiences.
- Adversity is a critical part of this stage, preparing the individual for their calling.
- The adversity, or "drought", may involve losing ideas, money, good fortune, contacts, or success, a job loss, death, illness, uncertainty, and fear.
- The drought leads to reflection, searching for answers, and a willingness to be planted.
- The individual's defining characteristics are formed during this period.
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Stage 2: Planting
- This stage follows the preparation stage.
- The planting stage involves choosing a place to plant oneself.
- A defining moment (e.g., a conversation, crisis, illness, prayer, advice, a positive feeling, or a sign) prompts this decision.
- Planting involves surrendering one's own vision and desires to something greater.
- It's about becoming all one can be in the service of others, regardless of the role (work, entrepreneurship, parenthood, etc.).
- Once planted, the individual transitions to the next stage.
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Stage 3: Growth
- This stage's duration varies from person to person.
- The seed grows, and roots spread during this period.
- Positive conditions assist in this growth (favorable circumstances and encounters with supportive people).
- Growth includes positive experiences but also challenges and setbacks that strengthen the roots.
- Individuals will experience times of self-confidence and times of questioning.
- Setbacks are often part of the plan to help them grow.
- The analogy of growth is often likened to a plant being pruned appropriately.
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Stage 4: The Final Stage
- The culmination of the journey.
- The individual experiences clarity about their purpose in life.
- The purpose can be articulated clearly.
- This stage allows one to tap into a powerful source that fuels all creation.
- Knowing one's purpose provides a profound and positive experience.
- The individual is incredibly important to the world. -Obstcles test individuals to get them to this point; these obstacles increase as the individual gets closer to their purpose. -The key is to never give up, facing and acknowledging one's true self and purpose despite external obstacles.
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