Today the phrase running through my mind is …

Story. We all have a story.

Our stories determine how we interact with our surroundings. They put us on a trajectory, and in some cases, cause us to make sharp right turns or maybe even a complete 180.

I have spent the last seven days on a business/pleasure trip with the company who employs my husband. As we interacted with individuals on the trip, I heard stories. Stories of beginnings and endings, successes and failures, heartaches and celebrations.

Read: Philippians 3:5-6

This is a small part of Paul’s story that determined the trajectory of his life for many years. It impacted his pursuits, passions and principles.

What is your story? What impacts how you see the world? What determines your trajectory in life?