Last week I challenged the staff that on September 22nd we had 100 days to close out the year 2008 strong. As a result of the challenge, we then decided upon several things that we would really like to see accomplished within those 100 days. What about you personally? I bet earlier this year many of you set goals and made promises to yourself that have not been accomplished. It's not too late. You have 100 days before January 1st. Wouldn't it be great if you really got serious about making some much needed changes and closed out the year like a "winner"? Let me suggest some things worth considering that, while small, could create some major changes in your life.
1. Set a goal to pray for 15 minutes every day asking God for strength and guidance.
2. Set a goal not to eat any more junk food until December 31st. Instead eat five servings of vegetables and 3 servings of fruit everyday.
3. Set a goal to finish reading at least one book by the end of the year.
4. Set a goal to start your day off by writing down 10 things you are grateful for.
5. Set a goal to go to bed 30 minutes earlier and get up up 30 minutes earlier. In my experience, there is no better time to collect your thoughts and plan your day than early in the morning when everything is quiet.
6. Set a goal to laugh hilariously everyday! Studies show that laughter is not only a great mood enhancer but it also provides a huge boost to your immune system too.
7. Set a goal to do one kind deed or say something kind to someone every day for the next 100 days.
8. Set a goal to memorize and repeat at least 3 times a day, " I can do ALL things through Christ who gives me strength!" Philippians 4:13
9. Set a goal to affirm one positive thing that you have observed in your spouse or child every single day.
10. Set a goal to give 2 to 3 percent more to God. While the Bible encourages us to give 10% back to God, if you don't find yourself there yet, make the incremental step of just giving a little more and see how it impacts your life.
The scriptures remind us that we were created in the image and likeness of our heavenly Father. This means to me that we have unlimited potential to do and be more than many of us even believe. I ran across this quote today from Christopher Robin to Winne the Pooh. These are my sentiments to each and everyone of you who read this blog. God bless! Blake
“Promise me you’ll always remember: You’re braver than you believe, and stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think. Christopher Robin to Pooh”
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