Starting the week by aligning your purpose with God’s plan

Every new week comes with its own set of opportunities, challenges, and decisions. But beyond our goals and to-do lists lies something deeper — purpose. Just like a woman carries a pregnancy, we all carry dreams, ideas, and visions waiting to be birthed. The question is: Are you carrying the right pregnancy?

1. Not Every Conception Is Divine

Not every idea or dream comes from God. Some are conceived out of pressure, ambition, or comparison. When we act outside of God’s will, we risk nurturing something that may drain us instead of fulfilling us. Abraham’s story with Hagar reminds us that birthing what God did not promise can lead to long-term struggle. Before you pour your energy into that dream or plan this week, pause and ask: Is this from God or from me?

2. God’s Pregnancy Carries Purpose

When your vision is from God, it comes with grace, provision, and peace — even in the face of challenges. Divine pregnancies may take longer to manifest, but they always bring forth lasting fruit. Mary carried Jesus not because it was easy, but because it was ordained. Likewise, the dream God placed in you is designed to impact lives and glorify Him.

3. Aligning With God’s Plan

To carry the right pregnancy, alignment is key. Start this week by seeking God’s direction before taking action. Spend time in prayer and reflection. Ask Him to prune any idea or ambition that doesn’t align with His will. Let the Holy Spirit be your guide, not your emotions or external pressure.

For deeper reading on how to align your life and desires with God’s will, check out this article: “Desiring God – Lord, Align My Heart with Yours” which explores how our deepest desires must match God’s wise and loving plan.

“Many are the plans in a person’s heart, but it is the Lord’s purpose that prevails.” — Proverbs 19:21

4. Signs You’re Carrying the Right Pregnancy

• It brings you peace, not anxiety.
• They aligns with God’s Word and values.
• Others benefit from it, not just you.
• You feel God’s presence and confirmation along the way.

If these signs describe your current journey, hold on. Even when it feels slow, divine dreams always mature in God’s perfect timing.

5. This Week’s Reflection

Take a moment today to ask: Am I carrying the right pregnancy?
Let this question guide your thoughts, meetings, and plans this week. Choose to nurture what’s from God, and release what’s not.

Your assignment is too important to carry the wrong thing. Stay in alignment, stay in faith, and trust the One who placed the dream within you.

Call to Action:
Watch this week’s short reflection video — https://youtu.be/RQumwFo1DtM “Pregnant with the Wrong Dream?“. Read more insights on divine purpose from Israel Akpovoke here: Your Script Is Mobile — God’s Plan
Let it remind you that divine purpose always comes with divine timing.