Rewrite Your Story with God’s Vision, Not Just Your To-Do List

We’ve all been stopped in our tracks by the news of Charlie Kirk’s passing. Many of us never met him. Some had only heard his name in passing. Yet here we are, grieving, crying, and reflecting on a life that has stirred something deep within us.

Why does this loss hit so hard? Because it forces us to pause. To look at the brevity of life. To realize that a life lived with conviction and vision leaves a ripple effect far beyond what we can see.

At Charlie’s funeral, one of the speakers said, “What matters most is not what you accomplish, but what you pass on.” That sentence lingers. It makes us ask:

🔵 What story am I writing with my life?
🔵 What vision am I following?
🔵 What legacy will I leave behind for my loved ones?

And maybe the biggest question of all:
🪙 Am I living God’s vision—or just checking boxes on my to-do list?

Where There Is No Vision

The Bible puts it plainly:

“Where there is no vision, the people perish.” – Proverbs 29:18

Vision isn’t about ambition, busyness, or impressing others. Vision is about direction. Without it, we drift. With it, we thrive.

But here’s the truth: you are worthy of living with God’s vision. You are not just a random life trying to make it through a chaotic world. You are deeply loved, chosen, and designed with intention.

The psalmist reminds us:
“For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb. I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made.” – Psalm 139:13–14

You were created with care. With love. With a purpose that goes beyond survival and schedules.

And let’s not forget—God proved how much He values you by sending His Son to die for you. That means your story matters. Your vision matters. You matter.

To-Do Lists vs. God’s Vision

Let’s be honest—our lives often look like one endless checklist:

• Grocery shopping
  
• Work deadlines
  
• Laundry
  
• Church activities
  
• Emails and phone calls
  

None of these things are bad. But if we’re not careful, we can mistake busyness for purpose.

A to-do list asks, “What do I need to get done today?”
But God’s vision asks, “Who am I becoming in Christ?”

Big difference.

One is about productivity. The other is about transformation.

How to Start Rewriting Your Story with God’s Vision

So how do you shift from checklist living to vision-driven living? Here are some simple, hands-on steps to help you pause and align your life with God’s call.

1. Ask the Big Questions

Set aside 15 minutes with your journal and answer:

• What legacy do I want to leave?
  
• How do I want my loved ones to remember me?
  
• What ripple effect do I want my life to have?
  

2. Write a One-Sentence Life Statement

Don’t overthink this. Just complete the sentence:
“My life will tell the story of ____________.”

That one line can help anchor you when distractions and busyness creep in.

3. Replace “To-Do” with “To-Be”

Next time you write your to-do list, swap one task with a “to-be” statement. For example:

• Instead of “Finish laundry,” write “Be patient and gentle with my children.”
  
• Instead of “Send emails,” write “Be intentional in encouraging a coworker.”
  

Character lasts longer than completed tasks.

4. Check the Fruit 🍇

Jesus said, “I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit.” (John 15:5)

Ask yourself: What fruit is my life producing? Stress? Worry? Frustration? Or love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control?

Your fruit reveals your story.

Tools to Help You Go Deeper

Here’s where I want to offer hope: you don’t have to figure this out on your own. God has already given us the blueprint for how to live a purposeful, fruitful life.

🪧 God’s Blueprint for a Beautiful Life

A Guided Study of the Fruit of the Spirit for Real-Life Transformation

This study will help you understand how God grows fruit in your life that transforms not only you but everyone around you. If you’re ready to stop spinning your wheels and start producing lasting change, this is the perfect starting point.

🔗 Check it out here.

👑 Kingdom Calling: Unearthing Your Divine Purpose

A 47-Page Study on Discovering and Living Out Your God-Given Calling

Once you start bearing fruit, the next step is to understand the bigger picture—your calling. What has God uniquely wired you to do? How can you live with intention and impact? This study will guide you through uncovering the answers.

🔗 Learn more here.

Bringing It All Together

Charlie’s passing has reminded us all that life is short—and the legacy we leave is long. We may never stand on a stage or be known by thousands, but our vision, rooted in God’s truth, will ripple through our families, our workplaces, and our communities.

You are not just a task-doer. You are a story being written by the Author of Life.

So let me ask you—what story are you writing? And whose vision are you following?

Now is the time to rewrite your story with God’s vision. Start today. Don’t wait.

Next Steps for You to Rewrite Your Story with God’s Vision

✔️Take one of the steps listed above.
✔️ Share your one-sentence life statement in the comments.
✔️ Explore the studies linked here to go deeper into living a vision-driven life.

And if this message spoke to you, would you share it with a friend or on Facebook? Together, we can remind one another: our story isn’t finished. God is still writing it.

This article is number 12 in the 12-week series, Becoming Who God Says I Am. ICYMI, here is the first post: Ditch the Doubts where we focused on mindset. Ditch the Doubts: How to Stop Overthinking and Trust God’s Plan

And I sure hope you caught last week’s very important post When You’re Tired of Spinning Your Wheels, Try This: 5 Fruit-Bearing Habits for Real-Life Transformation

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