Go Far — A Biblical Perspective
by Chris N. Braza
In a world where hustle and ambition are the loudest voices in the room, the phrase “Go Far” often conjures up images of success, fame, and fortune. But what does it truly mean to go far — not by the world’s standards, but by God’s divine design?
As believers, we are not just called to move, we are called to move with purpose, direction, and faith. The Bible is full of stories of ordinary people who went far — not because they were the strongest or the smartest, but because they trusted God and obeyed His call.
1. Go Far by Faith
“By faith Abraham obeyed when he was called to go out to a place that he was to receive as an inheritance. And he went out, not knowing where he was going.”— Hebrews 11:8 (ESV)
Abraham went far, literally and spiritually. He left everything familiar, simply because God said, “Go.” He didn’t have a road map. He didn’t have the whole plan. But he had God’s voice — and that was enough.
To go far in life, you don’t need to have all the answers. You just need faith that the One leading you knows the way.
2. Go Far with Purpose
“For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them.”— Ephesians 2:10 (ESV)
You were made to go far — not just in your career, your relationships, or your dreams — but in fulfilling your God-given purpose. Every step you take in obedience to Him is a step farther into the life He’s designed specifically for you.
You weren’t created to be stagnant. You were created to move, to grow, and to make a difference.
3. Go Far with God
“The Lord himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you.”— Deuteronomy 31:8 (NIV)
When God calls you to go far, He doesn’t send you alone. He goes before you, clears the path, walks beside you in every trial, and strengthens you for the journey. The beauty of walking with God is that even the hardest roads lead to the greatest promises.
So don’t be afraid to dream big. Don’t be afraid to step out. Don’t be afraid to start. When God is with you, going far is not just possible — it’s inevitable.
Final Thoughts:
“Go Far” isn’t just a motivational slogan — it’s a spiritual calling. It’s about pursuing the path God set for you with faith, boldness, and love. As long as your eyes are fixed on Jesus, there’s no limit to how far you can go — not for your own glory, but for His.
— Chris N. Braza
Sa mundong inuuna ang tagumpay, kasikatan, at yaman, ang salitang “Go Far” ay madalas na nauugnay sa pag-abot ng pangarap at mataas na posisyon sa buhay. Pero bilang mga mananampalataya, ano nga ba ang ibig sabihin ng “Go Far” ayon sa pananaw ng Diyos?
Hindi lang tayo tinawag para basta-bastang kumilos. Tinawag tayo ng Diyos na kumilos na may layunin, may direksyon, at may pananampalataya. Sa Bibliya, makikita natin ang maraming kwento ng mga simpleng tao na nakarating sa malayo—hindi dahil sa talino o lakas, kundi dahil sumunod sila sa Diyos.
1. Lumayo Dahil sa Pananampalataya
“Dahil sa pananampalataya, tumalima si Abraham nang siya’y tawagin ng Diyos upang pumunta sa lupang ipagkakaloob sa kanya. Umalis siya, kahit hindi niya alam kung saan siya patutungo.”— Hebreo 11:8
Si Abraham ay lumayo—sa literal at sa espirituwal. Iniwan niya ang kanyang comfort zone, dahil lang sinabi ng Diyos na “Humayo ka.” Wala siyang mapa, wala siyang detalyadong plano. Pero mayroon siyang pananalig sa Diyos—at iyon ay sapat na.
Kung nais mong makarating sa malayo, hindi mo kailangang alam ang lahat. Ang kailangan mo lang ay tiwala na alam ng Diyos ang daan.
2. Lumayo Nang May Layunin
“Sapagkat tayo'y gawa ng Diyos, nilikha sa pamamagitan ni Cristo Jesus para sa mabubuting gawa, na inihanda na ng Diyos upang ating lakaran.”— Efeso 2:10
Nilalang ka para lumayo—hindi lang sa trabaho, pangarap, o relasyon—kundi sa pagtupad ng layunin ng Diyos sa iyong buhay. Bawat hakbang ng pagsunod mo sa Kanya ay isa ring hakbang papalapit sa buhay na tunay Niyang inilaan para sa iyo.
Hindi ka nilikha para manatiling nakatigil. Ikaw ay nilikha upang kumilos, lumago, at maging pagpapala.
3. Lumayo Kasama ang Diyos
“Ang Panginoon mismo ang mauuna sa inyo at sasainyo; hindi niya kayo iiwan o pababayaan. Huwag kayong matakot o manghina.”— Deuteronomio 31:8
Kapag tinawag ka ng Diyos na lumayo, hindi ka Niya iiwan sa daan. Siya ang nauuna, kasama mo sa bawat hakbang, at nagpapalakas sa’yo sa panahon ng pagod at pagsubok. Ang magandang balita: kahit mahirap ang landas, tiyak ang gantimpala.
Kaya huwag matakot mangarap. Huwag matakot magsimula. Huwag matakot sumunod. Kapag ang Diyos ang kasama mo, ang paglalakbay ay siguradong makabuluhan at matagumpay.
Panghuling Paalala:
Ang “Go Far” ay hindi lang isang inspirational quote—ito ay isang tawag mula sa Diyos. Isang paanyaya na lumakad kasama Siya, taglay ang pananampalataya, tapang, at pag-ibig.
Hangga’t si Cristo ang sentro ng bawat hakbang mo, walang imposible.
Go Far… kay Cristo.
— Chris N. Braza
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