Live with Purpose

You live in a busy world that is constantly changing.

It can be hectic at times—dealing with the stress of school, activities, sports and even your home life. You may not know it, but you have a goal you’re working towards.

You’re on a journey to becoming a person that is strong, independent and willing to work for a better life.

There are benefits to staying on track and reaching toward your goals.

A major study revealed that if a person completes three specific achievements in order, they have a 97% chance to avoid living in poverty as an adult.

Those three things are: earn at least a high school diploma, maintain a full time job and wait until marriage to have children. This is called the “Success Sequence.” It's a real thing that is statistically proven to work.

So how can you ensure these three things are met? This might sound crazy, but it’s simple: avoid sexual activity until marriage. But it isn't that crazy.

If you do these, in sequence, you risk only a 3% chance of living in poverty as adults!

Do you want to be able to attain your dreams someday? Now is the time to set goals that guide you into the person you want to become in ten years. You may want to go to college, have a successful career, or even travel abroad. The choices you make today affect the trajectory of your future. But what choices will set you up for success? Follow the success sequence and it will help guide you into a fuller more abundant life!

You might think you can't do it. But you are stronger and more resilient than you think you are! Take a minute to think about what you've already overcome to get where you are now. Live with purpose and confidence that you matter.

• Don’t be afraid to be yourself, no matter what the media tries to sell you.

• Know that you are un-repeatable with great value.

• Don’t fall for the idea that your body is a bunch of parts, only meant to be used for pleasure.

• Know your limits—don’t let anyone pressure you into sex acts.

• Never apologize for having standards and boundaries.

• Make good choices in life to keep on a path to reach your goals.

• Refuse to be shamed for what you know to be the safest choice: saving sex for marriage.

You have value and worth—no matter what you’ve done or what has been done to you. No one else can write your story. The choices you make will affect your future. There is no one with your unique gifts and talents so you owe it to the world to live out your purpose!

Our Choices Matter:

Your choices affect you and everyone around you. For example, the choice to save sex for marriage—that’s an important one. As I face that choice, I know it will not only affect me but my future husband. I have decided to show him my love and commitment now, by waiting for him. I want to guard my heart from the pain of a broken physical relationship and protect my future husband’s heart as well. I want that intimate, emotional bond with my best friend and him alone. I am grateful to save myself for the love of my life.

Three years ago I met the man who became my best friend, Daren. When we got engaged we made the choice (together) to save sex until our wedding night. It’s not been easy, but I can tell you, it’s worth it. We are building a healthy relationship on a solid foundation not focused on sex. Daren and I know we will experience amazing intimacy in our life together as husband and wife. The perseverance, love and respect we put into this choice will make the priceless gift we give each other on our wedding night beautiful beyond words. I feel loved and valued that Daren chose towait for me and I’m proud of myself for choosing to wait for him.

The great thing about choices is that you can make them at any time. No matter what choices you’ve made in the past, you can still choose to save sex for marriage. You can start fresh and experience all the benefits of waiting, and together discover your exclusive bond of intimacy. The choice is up to you. You are valuable and worth the wait! So, wouldn’t you say that your future husband or wife is worth waiting for, too? Your value doesn’t change based on your choices, but your choices do affect your future. - Abby