Life is full of change. One day we feel steady and confident, and the next a storm comes out of nowhere and leaves us questioning everything. It could be a health report that shifts our perspective, a job loss that brings financial stress, or a relationship that doesn’t go the way we hoped. In moments like these, it’s easy to feel like we are standing on shaky ground, holding everything together with fragile hands.
Yet the Bible speaks of a life that does not crumble when the storms come. Hebrews 12:28 reminds us:
“Therefore, since we are receiving a kingdom that cannot be shaken, let us be thankful, and so worship God acceptably with reverence and awe.”
What a powerful truth. The world around us may feel uncertain, but the Kingdom of God is steady. Our lives, when built on that foundation, can stand firm no matter what happens.
Rooted in Purpose
One of the most stabilizing forces in life is knowing our purpose. Without it, we drift, trying to fill the emptiness with temporary solutions. With it, we live with direction and meaning.
When you know God has placed you here for a reason, setbacks don’t define you. Challenges become stepping stones, not stumbling blocks. You begin to see that even in disappointment, God is weaving together a greater story.
Living with purpose means waking up each day with a sense of assignment: to love God, to serve others, and to use your unique gifts for His glory. That sense of mission keeps us grounded when life feels chaotic.
Living in Abundance
The word “abundance” is often misunderstood. For many, it instantly brings to mind wealth or material success. But God’s definition of abundance goes far deeper.
Jesus says in John 10:10, “I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.” This fullness is not about possessions—it’s about peace, joy, and contentment that the world cannot take away.
True abundance is found in relationships that nurture us, in the quiet strength of answered prayer, and in the assurance that God is always present. It’s not about having everything we want but discovering that in Christ, we already have more than enough.
Living with Eternal Impact
When the storms of life pass, what remains? For those who build their lives on Christ, what remains is eternal impact.
The choices we make today ripple into eternity. When we show kindness, when we extend forgiveness, when we share our faith, we are leaving a mark that outlives us.
This eternal mindset changes everything. It shifts our focus from temporary struggles to lasting significance. It reminds us that what we do here is not wasted when it is done for the glory of God.
Standing Strong in Shaky Times
So what does it mean to live an unshakable life? It doesn’t mean that storms won’t come—they will. It doesn’t mean that fear or doubt will never creep in—they will. But it does mean that we are not destroyed by them.
When our foundation is Christ, we can stand secure. Like a tree planted by streams of water, we may bend under the wind, but we will not break. Our roots go deep, and our hope is unmovable.
A Resource to Encourage You
If you are in a season where life feels uncertain, or if you simply long to live with deeper faith and stronger confidence in God’s promises, I encourage you to explore Unshakable Life: Living a Life of Purpose, Abundance, and Eternal Impact by Bradley Hawkins.
It is a powerful resource for anyone who wants to live with greater meaning and stability, offering encouragement to build a life that reflects God’s abundance and leaves an eternal legacy.