Chapter 11
Listening is a valuable tool in which people need in order to feel safe and to get through life’s struggles. As a counselor I have learned that some people just come into a session to be heard and for no other reason. Today, too many families are getting busy with jobs and schedules that go over and beyond which affects their relationships. If parents would listen to their children the families we see today would be in more successful. Notice I didn’t say that parents have to agree with their kids but listening is a vital part of relationships that is needed for children to feel accepted, learn, and grow.
Chapter 12
Passion is a huge part of why I do what I do. Without passion I would not be able to survive in the field of counseling or my career. When my feelings lie to me and I don’t feel like continuing on with day to day behaviors with the youth, I remember the passion that the Holy Spirit has given me and somehow I always find the strength, desire, and most importantly the passion that helps me focus on my goal and to continue in the field that God has called me to.
Chapter 13
A positive attitude can be challenging at times, especially when a child that I am working with have so many obstacles to face and it doesn’t seem like the child is willing to learn. However, if just one person will believe in that child, something beautiful occurs. Regardless of the mistakes that child makes, the child begins to experience something new that he/she has never felt. This is the value that I am important, that there is hope, and that I can also have a positive attitude that can affect the rest of my life! The power of our lifestyle and have a positive attitude truly does impact those around us.
Chapter 14
Problem solving: This is very important in my life because time after time I had to find a way through the storms to achieve my heart’s goals. This was not easy. I laugh because at times it is easier for me to help others through their storms than to solve my own problems that I face. But that is why we need each other as the body of Christ, to build one another up, to spur each other on in love, and finally to fulfill God’s plan of reaching the lost!
Chapter 15
Relationships are such an essential part of what God intended us to do as the body of Christ. That is to be an extension of His heart, such as caring for the sick and poor, encouraging someone at the bank or store, and finally revealing that is through God’s relationship with us that we can enter into the eternal Kingdom with Him! The power of grace is what makes our relationship so beautiful with Christ and the lost.
Chapter 16
Responsibility is what God requires from us. If I am unwilling to follow through as a good steward or a hard worker than what fruit am I going to bring forth. But if my heart is willing and I do everything I can to achieve goals the reward is others can see that my responsibility is to do my best. This is when blessings can occur and God can trust me with what He has given me, which leads to the rewards of accomplishment and success.
Alexis
Monday, November 22, 2010
Thursday, November 18, 2010
Annette's October Reading
Ch. 11: Listening
BINGO - this is a big one for me right now. I definitely catch myself listening for facts and information, and sometimes forget to listen to the heart of the person. Sometimes people just want/need to talk. I do however know that I am able to read between the lines. That's where the Holy Spirit comes in to listening - having discernment! I wholeheartedly agree that the majority of communication problems come from poor listening. Definitely true in my leadership and personal life. I'm also reminded how important it is to seek mentoring, no matter where you are in life. I do this primarily through books right now, but also through my Pastor, and other leaders I respect (Pastor Mark, Dean Nifferotus, Mark Zweifel). I'd like to find a woman leader that I can connect with.
Ch. 12: Passion
LOVE this chapter. It is all so true - so well put. This is the one thing that I've struggled with in training leaders in the past. And I think I need to start by asking them what they're already passionate about instead of trying to convince them to be passionate about the same things I am! DUH! This is a powerful thought, "To add growth, lead followers - to multiply, lead leaders." Makes perfect sense... I thought it was very insightful to "follow your passion instead of others' perceptions". Sometimes we try to be something we're not.
Ch. 13: Positive Attitude
This seems so common sense to me, but it really is essential to effective leadership. And it is a CHOICE! We are not controlled by our circumstances. This principle should be made clear by the Word of God as well. No one wants to be around a sour Christian, let alone a sour leader. And remember that "who you are is who you attract"! Is your mind conditioned to win???
Ch. 14: Problem Solving
Love this one too! I can usually anticipate problems, but my main issue is to solve them ONE BY ONE. I like how he said you have to make them "line up for you one by one". That's great advice for me. I don't run from problems. Even the whiners and complainers in your life can help you have insight about things that may go wrong. That's how I choose to let them influence me. :o) I also think it's great wisdom to not make decisions when you're down. Emotions betray us all the time.
Ch. 15: Relationships
You'd be surprised how many leaders neglect this area. I think they unintentionally view their team members as resources and tools, rather than people! I love to work with people on a team. I think it's the truly God-way to lead...to involve the body of Christ. "People respect a leader who keeps their interests in mind." I hope that I'm remaining aware of these things. You better let me know!! :o) But I do work hard to remember that we all have full lives to live, in addition to fulfilling our calling.
BINGO - this is a big one for me right now. I definitely catch myself listening for facts and information, and sometimes forget to listen to the heart of the person. Sometimes people just want/need to talk. I do however know that I am able to read between the lines. That's where the Holy Spirit comes in to listening - having discernment! I wholeheartedly agree that the majority of communication problems come from poor listening. Definitely true in my leadership and personal life. I'm also reminded how important it is to seek mentoring, no matter where you are in life. I do this primarily through books right now, but also through my Pastor, and other leaders I respect (Pastor Mark, Dean Nifferotus, Mark Zweifel). I'd like to find a woman leader that I can connect with.
Ch. 12: Passion
LOVE this chapter. It is all so true - so well put. This is the one thing that I've struggled with in training leaders in the past. And I think I need to start by asking them what they're already passionate about instead of trying to convince them to be passionate about the same things I am! DUH! This is a powerful thought, "To add growth, lead followers - to multiply, lead leaders." Makes perfect sense... I thought it was very insightful to "follow your passion instead of others' perceptions". Sometimes we try to be something we're not.
Ch. 13: Positive Attitude
This seems so common sense to me, but it really is essential to effective leadership. And it is a CHOICE! We are not controlled by our circumstances. This principle should be made clear by the Word of God as well. No one wants to be around a sour Christian, let alone a sour leader. And remember that "who you are is who you attract"! Is your mind conditioned to win???
Ch. 14: Problem Solving
Love this one too! I can usually anticipate problems, but my main issue is to solve them ONE BY ONE. I like how he said you have to make them "line up for you one by one". That's great advice for me. I don't run from problems. Even the whiners and complainers in your life can help you have insight about things that may go wrong. That's how I choose to let them influence me. :o) I also think it's great wisdom to not make decisions when you're down. Emotions betray us all the time.
Ch. 15: Relationships
You'd be surprised how many leaders neglect this area. I think they unintentionally view their team members as resources and tools, rather than people! I love to work with people on a team. I think it's the truly God-way to lead...to involve the body of Christ. "People respect a leader who keeps their interests in mind." I hope that I'm remaining aware of these things. You better let me know!! :o) But I do work hard to remember that we all have full lives to live, in addition to fulfilling our calling.
Kristie's Oct Reading
Ch. 11 - Listening
What an important characteristic!!
With all of the newest and latest technology that we rely on everyday, I feel that listening is becoming a lost trait. Instead of calling and talking to someone, or visiting with them we text, email or facebook them, and wait for their response. Or if we are face to face visiting with someone; either they or ourselves are receiving and answering texts. Yes, I know that we are all capable of 'multitasking' but if we are really listening to someones heart - can't that text or phone call wait? We live in such a fast paced world that it requires much effort and discipline to really listen. Listening requires more than our ears, we need to capture the unspoken words, expressions, hurts, and feelings. I loved Larry Kings statement: "...nothing I say this day will teach me anything. So if I am going to learn, I must do it by listening."
Ch. 12 - Passion
'Nothing can take the place of passion in a leader's life.' I think this statement applies to all people, not just leaders. We live in a world of apathy. Many people have no passion, whether it is at work to do a job well, in a marriage or relationship that might be struggling, and most importantly in a relationship with Jesus Christ. It is easy to take an easy out and just not care.
I am reminded of a saying 'you have to stand for something or you will fall for anything'. What moves me? What am I willing to give my time for? Why do I get out of bed in the morning? What will I fight for as I take my last breath?
Ch. 13 - Positive Attitude
Two statements really clicked with me: 1)your attitude is a choice!! [I have believed this for years] and 2)maintaining a positive attitude is easier than regaining one.
I have two sisters, one is very negative. I love her but when I call her, our phone conversation is short (maybe 20 minutes) and to the point. My other sister is more positive and upbeat when I call her, we talk for at least an hour (usually more). Negativity breeds negativity - positive attitudes encourages positive attitudes. It is important to recognize which and who is influencing us. Bad things happen to everybody, but our attitude changes how that 'bad thing' may affect us. How do we choose to learn from that experience or do we let it become a gripe session. Do we sulk and take on the victim mentality or do we brush ourselves off, look at what can be learned and move on.
Ch. 14 - Problem Solving
"Rising to the challenge separates's winners from whiners."
We will all face problems, unfavorable events, and at some time make a bad choice or two. But most things can be corrected or at least worked out. The only true mistake is one we do not learn from. Problem solving requires so many of the qualities we have read; discernment, courage, initiative, and commitment.
Ch. 15 - Relationships
"People don't care how much you know until they know how much you care." This statement speaks volumes. So many people develop relationships to benefit themselves, they really aren't concerned about how to 'better' the other person/people involved. Mr. Maxwell's statement: 'If your focus is on what you can put into people rather than what you can get out of them, they'll love and respect you.' SO GOOD!! When I examined myself according to Mr. Maxwell's 'reflecting on it' I feel I do well with long-term interaction, I am able to sustain relationships; however, my ability to mix well with strangers struggles severely. Which I think goes back to my communication skills. My prayer: that I will be able to pour into people this weekend at convention. Help me to put a '10' on everyone.
What an important characteristic!!
With all of the newest and latest technology that we rely on everyday, I feel that listening is becoming a lost trait. Instead of calling and talking to someone, or visiting with them we text, email or facebook them, and wait for their response. Or if we are face to face visiting with someone; either they or ourselves are receiving and answering texts. Yes, I know that we are all capable of 'multitasking' but if we are really listening to someones heart - can't that text or phone call wait? We live in such a fast paced world that it requires much effort and discipline to really listen. Listening requires more than our ears, we need to capture the unspoken words, expressions, hurts, and feelings. I loved Larry Kings statement: "...nothing I say this day will teach me anything. So if I am going to learn, I must do it by listening."
Ch. 12 - Passion
'Nothing can take the place of passion in a leader's life.' I think this statement applies to all people, not just leaders. We live in a world of apathy. Many people have no passion, whether it is at work to do a job well, in a marriage or relationship that might be struggling, and most importantly in a relationship with Jesus Christ. It is easy to take an easy out and just not care.
I am reminded of a saying 'you have to stand for something or you will fall for anything'. What moves me? What am I willing to give my time for? Why do I get out of bed in the morning? What will I fight for as I take my last breath?
Ch. 13 - Positive Attitude
Two statements really clicked with me: 1)your attitude is a choice!! [I have believed this for years] and 2)maintaining a positive attitude is easier than regaining one.
I have two sisters, one is very negative. I love her but when I call her, our phone conversation is short (maybe 20 minutes) and to the point. My other sister is more positive and upbeat when I call her, we talk for at least an hour (usually more). Negativity breeds negativity - positive attitudes encourages positive attitudes. It is important to recognize which and who is influencing us. Bad things happen to everybody, but our attitude changes how that 'bad thing' may affect us. How do we choose to learn from that experience or do we let it become a gripe session. Do we sulk and take on the victim mentality or do we brush ourselves off, look at what can be learned and move on.
Ch. 14 - Problem Solving
"Rising to the challenge separates's winners from whiners."
We will all face problems, unfavorable events, and at some time make a bad choice or two. But most things can be corrected or at least worked out. The only true mistake is one we do not learn from. Problem solving requires so many of the qualities we have read; discernment, courage, initiative, and commitment.
Ch. 15 - Relationships
"People don't care how much you know until they know how much you care." This statement speaks volumes. So many people develop relationships to benefit themselves, they really aren't concerned about how to 'better' the other person/people involved. Mr. Maxwell's statement: 'If your focus is on what you can put into people rather than what you can get out of them, they'll love and respect you.' SO GOOD!! When I examined myself according to Mr. Maxwell's 'reflecting on it' I feel I do well with long-term interaction, I am able to sustain relationships; however, my ability to mix well with strangers struggles severely. Which I think goes back to my communication skills. My prayer: that I will be able to pour into people this weekend at convention. Help me to put a '10' on everyone.
Saturday, November 6, 2010
Eric's Goal
Goal: For one month take the intiative to make all the decisions about where to eat out, what to do on a Friday or Saturday night, etc. And have Theresa write quick notes in a journal about it.
Eric's Oct. Maxwell Reading
Ch. 11 - Listening: You have 2 purposes for listening: to connect with people and to learn. What could be important than this when getting to know somebody.
Ch. 12 - Passion: There is no substitute for passion. It is fuel for the will. If you want anything badly enough, you can find the willpower to achieve it. The only way to have that kind of desire is to develop passion. I like the comment "concetrate on what you do well and do it better than anybody else."
Ch. 13 - Positive Attitude: Having a positive attitude is essential. Your attitude is crucial because it determines how you act and who you are is who you attract. Having a positive attitude will inspire those around you and have a good attitude. The week that I fasted negativity I'll admit at times it was hard expectially at work with all the negativity around me and the work that I looked at was wrong, but making the choice to keep a good attitude and stay positive made the day easier and faster.
Ch. 14 - Problem Solving: The ability to solve problems effectively comes from experience facing and overcoming obstacles. This could also go with positive attitude because when dealing with a difficult problem having a positive attitude can help with the situation.
Ch. 15 - Relationships: If your focus is on what you can put into people rather than what you can get out of them, they'll love and respect you and these create a great foundation for building relationships. I believe the main purpose of this is love people.
Ch. 16 - Responsibility: Responsible people never protest, "That's not my job." They're willing to do whatever it takes to complete the work needed by the organization. I can relate to this because at work I hear "That's not my job" alot and I have said it as well, so I agree if you want to succeed, be willing to put the organization ahead of your agenda and be willing to go the extra mile.
Ch. 12 - Passion: There is no substitute for passion. It is fuel for the will. If you want anything badly enough, you can find the willpower to achieve it. The only way to have that kind of desire is to develop passion. I like the comment "concetrate on what you do well and do it better than anybody else."
Ch. 13 - Positive Attitude: Having a positive attitude is essential. Your attitude is crucial because it determines how you act and who you are is who you attract. Having a positive attitude will inspire those around you and have a good attitude. The week that I fasted negativity I'll admit at times it was hard expectially at work with all the negativity around me and the work that I looked at was wrong, but making the choice to keep a good attitude and stay positive made the day easier and faster.
Ch. 14 - Problem Solving: The ability to solve problems effectively comes from experience facing and overcoming obstacles. This could also go with positive attitude because when dealing with a difficult problem having a positive attitude can help with the situation.
Ch. 15 - Relationships: If your focus is on what you can put into people rather than what you can get out of them, they'll love and respect you and these create a great foundation for building relationships. I believe the main purpose of this is love people.
Ch. 16 - Responsibility: Responsible people never protest, "That's not my job." They're willing to do whatever it takes to complete the work needed by the organization. I can relate to this because at work I hear "That's not my job" alot and I have said it as well, so I agree if you want to succeed, be willing to put the organization ahead of your agenda and be willing to go the extra mile.
Theresa's October- December Goals
With the emphasis on Honor Team throughout the church it seemed right to establish this in Ardent. Here are my action steps:
1) Re-write the Honor Team Host description for how it would apply in Youth Ministry
2) Work with the team to implement new changes.
3) Schedule the team members using Worship Planning.
1) Re-write the Honor Team Host description for how it would apply in Youth Ministry
2) Work with the team to implement new changes.
3) Schedule the team members using Worship Planning.
Theresa's October Maxwell reading
11- Listening: The quote I like is "Before a leader can touch a person's heart, he has to know what's in it, he learns that by listening". How else do we really get to know someone if we don't listen to them and learn by what they are telling us. He says that the purpose for listening is to connect with people and to learn. We should start listening not only for words, but also for feelings, meanings, and under currents. I really enjoy listening to people talk but I'm going to be more purposeful so I can learn from what they are telling me.
12- Passion: Here he talks about the action steps to achieve your passion.
1. Desire determines your destiny.
2. Increase your willpower.
3. Allow it to change you.
4. Make the impossible possible.
I want people to know that I am passionate, and not just because I am emotional about something, but because I want to be apart of something bigger than myself.
13- Positive Attitude: The quote here that I really liked was "Many of lifes failures are people who did not realize how close they were to success when they gave up".- Thomas Edison.
Your attitude is a choice, it detemines your actions, as a leader your people mirror your attitude, and maintaining a good attitude is easier than regaining one. I really liked this chapter and it helped me realize that when I have a bad attitude about one area of my life it affects all the other areas of my life. So I'm going to try to remember that and by doing so I know that I will be a much healthier person.
14- Problem Solving: I thought it was interesting that he said you should look for trouble so that you can gain experience by dealing with them. I don't think it's difficult to find trouble and I generally would not go looking for it but I do agree that once you deal with a difficult situation you gain much more knowledge. I was also encouraged when he stated that you should surround yourself with problem solvers because this is another way to learn.
15- Relationships: I always looked at relationships as something that was a give and take mentality. When it seems too one sided the relationship seems to be unbalanced, but after reading this chapter it reminds me that we can learn so much about people when we don't look at what we are getting out of it. He says here that, you can not be a truly effective leader, the kind people want to follow, unless you love people, understand people, and help people. If your focus is on what you can put into people rather than what you can get out of them, they'll love and respect you. I want to put more good in people and not worry about what I get out of it.
12- Passion: Here he talks about the action steps to achieve your passion.
1. Desire determines your destiny.
2. Increase your willpower.
3. Allow it to change you.
4. Make the impossible possible.
I want people to know that I am passionate, and not just because I am emotional about something, but because I want to be apart of something bigger than myself.
13- Positive Attitude: The quote here that I really liked was "Many of lifes failures are people who did not realize how close they were to success when they gave up".- Thomas Edison.
Your attitude is a choice, it detemines your actions, as a leader your people mirror your attitude, and maintaining a good attitude is easier than regaining one. I really liked this chapter and it helped me realize that when I have a bad attitude about one area of my life it affects all the other areas of my life. So I'm going to try to remember that and by doing so I know that I will be a much healthier person.
14- Problem Solving: I thought it was interesting that he said you should look for trouble so that you can gain experience by dealing with them. I don't think it's difficult to find trouble and I generally would not go looking for it but I do agree that once you deal with a difficult situation you gain much more knowledge. I was also encouraged when he stated that you should surround yourself with problem solvers because this is another way to learn.
15- Relationships: I always looked at relationships as something that was a give and take mentality. When it seems too one sided the relationship seems to be unbalanced, but after reading this chapter it reminds me that we can learn so much about people when we don't look at what we are getting out of it. He says here that, you can not be a truly effective leader, the kind people want to follow, unless you love people, understand people, and help people. If your focus is on what you can put into people rather than what you can get out of them, they'll love and respect you. I want to put more good in people and not worry about what I get out of it.
Goals
There are a lot of things that need to be done before the baby comes. I need to get organized and get them done. Annette's summary because somehow the text didn't get saved. :o)
Vicky's Goals October-December
I guess my biggest goal right now is getting ready for the baby.
1) I need to make a list of everything we need and a list of wants: clothes, crib, etc. and then mark off everything I have, and then go get the things that we think we really need.
2) Get a labor plan. I've been doing that already somewhat - do some more research on the different options and at least have a plan before we get there of what we are doing and decide if there are things that we are definetely not doing.
3) Preparing the baby room completely.
4) Making a list of what still needs to be done and then making a schedule of how we are going to accomplish that.
1) I need to make a list of everything we need and a list of wants: clothes, crib, etc. and then mark off everything I have, and then go get the things that we think we really need.
2) Get a labor plan. I've been doing that already somewhat - do some more research on the different options and at least have a plan before we get there of what we are doing and decide if there are things that we are definetely not doing.
3) Preparing the baby room completely.
4) Making a list of what still needs to be done and then making a schedule of how we are going to accomplish that.
Vicky's September blog - Chapters 6-10
6: Courage - After reading this chapter I realized I haven't done anything in quite awhile that I was really afraid to do. I've definitely been living in my comfort zone. When I was 22 or 23 I went on a 3 month mission trip to Zambia, to see if that's where I thought that God wanted me to serve as a full time missionary. At the end of my time there I got to go on vacation to Victoria Falls and I went bungee jumping, got in a crocodile pit, and held a snake. The crocodile pit was broader line stupid but when I came home I really did feel invincible for awhile. Even later when I felt like God wanted me to move there - I was terrified of raising money to go but God was faithful, etc. While there I had to do things that I was scared to do all the time. But I was very confident in God being faithful, etc. I know doing things that I feared - sucked at the time but it was very good, exciting, and developing/confidence builder. When I moved back home I had some ministry failures... I felt like God wanted me to help with things and was very confident/excited they would work out a certain way and it seemed like somethings went right and lot of things went wrong. I haven't really done much that I feared since then. So I guess I need to get over it and figure out what I'm supposed to be doing now. Anyways - this chapter really made me think and I do need to do something that scares and get out of my comfort zone.
7: Discernment: I thought this chapter was really good. Being able to see the root of a problem and not just the fruit/crisis/drama of the root is huge in a leader. Alot of people can only see the problems that result because of the root so they try to fix the surface problem but don't fix anything because they didn't get to the root so the problems keep coming back. I think discernment is a gift from God to a certain degree. I think discernment can be developed but I think alot of insight is God revealing the root problem/solution to us. In the book it said "if you can see the root issue of a problem , you can solve it." I think that's very true
8: Focus: Focusing mainly on areas of strength verses areas of weakness - seems like a great idea! I liked how he broke it down into percentages: 70% developing your strengths, 25% growing and changing and only 5% on areas of weakness. I liked what he said about staffing your weaknesses instead of trying to be all things in every situation. I think it takes a confident/secure leader to be able to have someone help them that's better in area then they are. I've know a few leaders that aren't secure enough in their position to allow that to happen and their ministry stays small and less effective because of it.
9: Generosity: Somethings I got out of this chapter: it's hard to be generous unless you are content with what you have, to be generous you need to put others first. A quote out of the book that I liked "You have not lived today until you have done something for someone who can never repay you." Everyone - no matter what our situation is - can be generious is some way. Makine generiousity a habit is a great idea.
10: Initative: "To be and effective leader you have to know what you want...." I'm lacking in this area as far as youth ministry goes. I thought it was good what he quoted about - if you know something needs to be done do it - basically don't wait for someone to push you to act you should have enough initative on your own. I shouldn't need Pastor Annette or anyone else pushing me to do something that I know I'm supposed to do. Not that encouragement doesn't help but if I know I'm supposed to do something - I'm not a very developed leader if I need someone to halfway make me do it - or at least that's what I think he was saying and I agree with that. Not that a person doesn't need encouragement to do something that scares you I suppose.
Being ok with making mistakes seems to be important. Not letting failures bother when they happen because if I'm taking risks they are going to happen and if I'm a good leader I have to take risks.
7: Discernment: I thought this chapter was really good. Being able to see the root of a problem and not just the fruit/crisis/drama of the root is huge in a leader. Alot of people can only see the problems that result because of the root so they try to fix the surface problem but don't fix anything because they didn't get to the root so the problems keep coming back. I think discernment is a gift from God to a certain degree. I think discernment can be developed but I think alot of insight is God revealing the root problem/solution to us. In the book it said "if you can see the root issue of a problem , you can solve it." I think that's very true
8: Focus: Focusing mainly on areas of strength verses areas of weakness - seems like a great idea! I liked how he broke it down into percentages: 70% developing your strengths, 25% growing and changing and only 5% on areas of weakness. I liked what he said about staffing your weaknesses instead of trying to be all things in every situation. I think it takes a confident/secure leader to be able to have someone help them that's better in area then they are. I've know a few leaders that aren't secure enough in their position to allow that to happen and their ministry stays small and less effective because of it.
9: Generosity: Somethings I got out of this chapter: it's hard to be generous unless you are content with what you have, to be generous you need to put others first. A quote out of the book that I liked "You have not lived today until you have done something for someone who can never repay you." Everyone - no matter what our situation is - can be generious is some way. Makine generiousity a habit is a great idea.
10: Initative: "To be and effective leader you have to know what you want...." I'm lacking in this area as far as youth ministry goes. I thought it was good what he quoted about - if you know something needs to be done do it - basically don't wait for someone to push you to act you should have enough initative on your own. I shouldn't need Pastor Annette or anyone else pushing me to do something that I know I'm supposed to do. Not that encouragement doesn't help but if I know I'm supposed to do something - I'm not a very developed leader if I need someone to halfway make me do it - or at least that's what I think he was saying and I agree with that. Not that a person doesn't need encouragement to do something that scares you I suppose.
Being ok with making mistakes seems to be important. Not letting failures bother when they happen because if I'm taking risks they are going to happen and if I'm a good leader I have to take risks.
Thursday, November 4, 2010
Alexis' Goal for Oct-Dec
Goal: Get organized and ready for our new baby to come!!
Action Steps:
Action Steps:
- Take time to write out a personal inventory that includes work schedule, ministry schedule, social schedule, and other weekly/monthly tasks (i.e. groceries, house cleaning, family visits).
- Talk with Joshua about what areas we/I should consider backing off on after the baby is born - at least for a while.
- Pray for wisdom about how to balance our adjusted schedule.
- Based on our discussion and God's leading from prayer, write up a tentative monthly schedule (on a blank calendar) to give us an idea of what our new schedule will look like.
- Based on that schedule, we will be able to determine what "non-essential" activities we can agree to.
- Show the personal inventory and adjusted schedule to Pastor Annette for accountability.
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