Creating a Vision Statement for Your New Life

Where Are You Headed?

Author

Winston Cole
September 29, 2025

Introduction: Why You Need a Clear Vision

Big changes require a clear vision.

🤔 You know you want something different, but you don’t know exactly what.
🤔 Your past path was clear, but now the future feels blurry.
🤔 You feel pulled in different directions and need clarity on where to focus.

The truth? Without a vision, you’ll drift. With a vision, you’ll move with purpose.

📖 “Write the vision; make it plain… so that he may run who reads it.” (Habakkuk 2:2) – Clarity fuels action.

Why a Vision Statement Matters

A vision statement isn’t just a list of goals—it’s a guiding declaration of the life you’re creating. It aligns your actions with your deeper purpose, ensuring that the choices you make lead you toward what truly matters.

In the Bible, Jesus repeatedly reminded His followers of a greater vision beyond the present moment. When He called the disciples, He didn’t just say, Follow me—He gave them a vision: “I will make you fishers of men.” (Matthew 4:19)

He painted a picture of their future, giving their actions meaning.

A strong vision statement anchors you during uncertainty and keeps you focused when distractions arise.

How to Craft Your Vision Statement

Here are five steps to prayerfully create a vision that inspires and guides you:

  1. 🚀 Reflect on Your Core Values. What truly matters to you? What principles will guide your next chapter?

  2. 🚀 Describe Your Ideal Life. If fear, money, or time weren’t an issue, what would your life look like five years from now?

  3. 🚀 Keep It Short, Clear, and Inspiring. A strong vision statement is simple yet powerful.

  4. 🚀 Make It Action-Oriented. Instead of “I want a fulfilling life,” try “I am building a life of purpose, creativity, and impact.”

  5. 🚀 Align It with Faith. Pray over your vision and ask, “God, is this aligned with Your plan for me?”

📖 “Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and He will establish your plans.” (Proverbs 16:3) – A vision rooted in faith has divine momentum.

Example Vision Statement

“I am creating a life of impact, freedom, and joy. I wake up excited about my work, deeply connected to my faith, and surrounded by meaningful relationships. Every day, I take small steps toward my purpose, trusting that God is guiding my path.”

Your vision should excite you. It should feel like something worth working toward.

Your Next Step

🔥 Your turn: What’s one word or phrase you want in your vision statement? Reply and let me know!

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