DCLM Higher Everyday 30 January 2026 — Study Habits 1: Goal-Setting
DCLM Higher Everyday 30 January 2026 Devotional by Pastor W. F. Kumuyi — Study Habits 1: Goal-Setting
Topic: Study Habits 1: Goal-Setting
Text: Luke 14:28-32
28For which of you, intending to build a tower, sitteth not down first, and counteth the cost, whether he have sufficient to finish it?
30Saying, This man began to build, and was not able to finish.
31Or what king, going to make war against another king, sitteth not down first, and consulteth whether he be able with ten thousand to meet him that cometh against him with twenty thousand?
32Or else, while the other is yet a great way off, he sendeth an ambassage, and desireth conditions of peace.
Key Verse: “For which of you, intending to build a tower, sitteth not down first, and counteth the cost, whether he have sufficient to finish it” (Luke 14:28)?
Message
Youthful age is a pivotal period in life, a period of immense growth and discovery. But with that growth comes the challenge of navigating academic pressures and building a solid foundation for the future. One crucial tool in your arsenal is effective goal-setting. Tony Robbins once said: “Setting goals is the first step in turning the invisible into the visible.” Goal-setting provides direction, focus, and a sense of purpose. It transforms your studies from a daunting task into a series of achievable milestones.
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Just as Jesus spoke about counting the cost before starting a project, students must determine why they study. Is it to excel in exams, master a subject, or gain knowledge for future careers? Instead of setting broad goals, divide them into daily or weekly targets. Set SMART goals: Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant and Time-bound goals. Monitor progress periodically and adjust strategies if needed. Youths who adopt strategic goal-setting in their studies will find it easier to stay focused, motivated, and successful in their academic pursuits. Above all, involve God in your study plan and ask Him for help.
Quote: Set SMART goals
Challenge: Adopt a strategic goal-setting model.
Prayer for today: Lord, empower me to stay committed to my goals at all costs.
1. Admit that you are a sinner. "For all [humans] have sinned, and comes short of the glory of God....[and] the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord" (Romans 3:23)
2. Repent now. "Repent ye therefore, and be converted, that your sins may be blotted out ...[for] if we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness " (Acts 3:19, 1 John 1:9)
3. Believe that God loves you and Jesus died for you. "God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet Sinners, Christ died for us" (Romans 5:8)
4. Invite Jesus into your life through prayer of faith. Jesus says, "Behold, I stand at the door, and knock: if any man hear my voice, and open the door, I will come in to him, and will sup with him, and he with me" (Revelation 3:20)
