I bought this book some time ago but never got down to reading it until yesterday. It is equivalent to a self-help book but from a Christian perspective. As I was reading the first few chapters, I came across this paragraph which struck a chord in me.

"Knowing your purpose motivates your life. Purpose always produces passion. Nothing energizes like a clear purpose. On the other hand, passion dissipates when you lack a purpose. Just getting out of bed becomes a major chore. It is usually meaningless work, not overwork, that wears us down, saps our strength and robs our joy."

For a student who sets his mind on achieving academic excellence and getting into the Polytechnic / JC of his choice, he will be driven to work hard because it is apparent that if he puts in the right amount of effort coupled with the right studying techniques, he can expect good results.

On the contrary, a student with a laid-back attitude is usually one with no sense of purpose, no goals and no dreams at all. Lessons are of utter tedium to them and any amount of homework is burdensome. He sees no reason to study hard or pay attention during lessons. This lack of a sense of purpose in life usually spells a very bleak future. In fact, it will be the quintessence of a wretched life.

Food for thought:
What's the driving force in your life now?