A third example is Paul. Of course, the best proof for the virtue of determination is the Lord Jesus Christ. Often military leaders express the determination of conquest. Determination has also played a role in advancing technology and industry. The great achievers in Christian work all possessed the virtue of determination.
Godly determination begins with basic Christian duty.
Three steps may be traced in this process. It begins with a conviction of purpose. A Christian must become convinced of the absolute necessity of such basic duties as attendance at Bible class and church, personal, daily Bible study and prayer, witnessing, giving and fellowship. This conviction is the beginning of the determination to be what God wants us to be. It develops through the exercise of faith.