Who am I? This simple question has been asked by people for ages. In the Bible, Psalms 139:13 says that God carefully created each one of us. He formed our innermost being and shaped us even before we were born. But beyond knowing that we are fearfully and wonderfully made, we still search for the answer to who we truly are and why we are here.
In this episode of the Leveraging Success Podcast, Rob Dayton and I explore the profound question “Who am I?” by discussing the journey of self-discovery and the importance of understanding one's purpose and identity. Rob shares his personal experiences and insights, emphasizing the need to align activities with one's strengths and values. We discuss the ongoing process of growth and the evolution of understanding oneself, the significance of community building, and the impact of leadership.
Remember, the path to understanding who you are is a journey, not a destination. Until next time, may you find clarity, embrace your passions, and God bless you on your quest for a significant life.
In This Episode
[00:01:14] - Unpacking "Who Am I?"
[00:03:23] - The power of forgiveness and personal transformation
[00:08:28] - The influence of one's spoken words on self-perception
[00:11:33] - Discovering identity from a spiritual perspective
[00:15:26] - Uncovering unique capabilities
[00:20:28] - The passion for community building and future transformation
[00:22:56] - Living Kingdom Calling and Purpose
[00:24:39] - The process of refining one's purpose
[00:26:08] - The significance of living with a focused purpose
[00:27:13] - Challenges in working out discovered strengths, purpose, and values in action
Notable Quotes
[00:07:14] “I have found in my own life that what I say, I become.” - Jeff
[00:10:36] "Our Father in heaven is so quick to celebrate the baby steps, and we need to be alongside Him in that celebration for us to continue to move forward and to have the longevity to move through sin issues that take lots of reprogramming of our brains." - Rob
[00:23:52] “I need to impart wisdom, see transformation in a life, and bring encouragement to get there; those three things are so attached to my purpose and help me aim my purpose.” - Rob
[00:25:05] "You can't search for perfection in the answer of ‘Why do I exist?’ The first answer will be the first take, and it won't last super long." - Jeff
[00:26:08] “To whom much has been given, much is expected. To start to live on purpose is our goal, to make sure that we don't squander all of this.” - Jeff
Resources & Links
Jeff Gerhardt
Rob Dayton
Resources
e-course - LifeMastery with Jeff Gerhardt: https://priorityliving.org/lifemastery/
Webinar - Discover how to maximize your leadership potential: https://priorityliving.org/briefings/webinar/
Leveraging Success Podcast- https://www.leveragingsuccesspodcast.com/
