This document provides guidance on making good choices and developing positive habits in 2017. It emphasizes beginning with the end in mind, being proactive, putting first things first, and not being ashamed to live out one's Christian faith. Several biblical passages are referenced exhorting the reader to devote themselves to studying the law of God and using faith to guide decisions and priorities. The overarching message is that establishing good habits grounded in biblical principles can positively impact one's character, destiny, and ability to influence others in their faith.
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5. ROMANS 1:16
I am not ashamed of
the gospel, because it is the
power of God for the
salvation of everyone who
believes
We need to learn to manage ourselves
before we can lead others to Jesus
6. Sow a thought, reap an action;
Sow an action, reap a habit;
Sow a habit, reap a character;
Sow a character, reap a destiny.
Samuel Smiles
17. When we begin with the
end in mind, we have a
personal direction to guide
our daily activities, without
which we will accomplish
little toward our own goals.
Beginning with the end in
mind is part of the process
of personal leadership,
taking control of our own
lives led by BIBLICAL
PRINCIPLES we have
acquired.
18. When the Israelites asked for a King
The Israelites did not have an end in mind.
They just want to experience what other
nations enjoy.
The LORD gave warned them thru
Judge/Prophet Samuel
BUT THEY REMAINED STUBBORN!
19. TODAY
What decision do you need to make?
Have you consulted GOD through your
pastor, Christian friend, parents?
Are you BEGINNING with the end in mind?
20. When you LEARN the 2nd HABIT it will lead
you to the 3rd
22. All of these things are happening at once. Please rank them in
importance in your life. Do not try to plan things such as "If I
answer the door, the person can turn off the water in the
kitchen.
The baby is crying and needs you.
The telephone is ringing, you are expecting an important
phone call, and you have no answering machine or voicemail
available.
The doorbell is sounding and you hear the person knocking
on the door.
There is dry laundry on the line outside and it is beginning to
rain.
The water faucet in the kitchen is running.
26. Ezra 7: 9 10
the gracious hand of his God was
on him. For Ezra had devoted himself to
the study and observance of the Law of the
Lord, and to teaching its decrees and laws
in Israel.
28. Reflect
How does being in the church consistently make a
difference in your life?
On the way you think
In making small/big decisions
On how you view life
29. Does your CHRISTIAN FAITH assure you of
a better future?
LIVE IT OUT &
INFLUENCE OTHERS
TO LIVE THE SAME WAY!
30. ROMANS 1:16
I am not ashamed of
the gospel, because it is the
power of God for the
salvation of everyone who
believes
Learn to manage yourselves
so you can lead others to Jesus!
#5: Since we are deepening our relationship with GOD, let us first deepen our relationship with ourselves first..
Many Christians are personality devt focused rather than their character
Christians are like a growing tree
#6: But we need to manage ourselves first before we can lead others to Christ