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Where are you going in 2017?

1/17/2017

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Yes, it’s already mid-January, but how exciting to think that God has some amazing possibilities lined up for each of us - yes, even for you. Do you believe that? You should, because God says so in His Word. Consider the words of Paul:
 
"Therefore, my dear friends, as you have always obeyed, not only in my presence, but now much more in my absence, continue to work out your salvation with fear and trembling, for it is God who works in you to will and to act in order to fulfill his good purpose." (Philippians 2:12-13)
 
Could it be that part of ‘working out your salvation’ includes setting goals to accomplish what the Spirit may already be speaking to your heart?
 
I've not always been good at writing down my goals. I've had to learn why I should set goals, how to set them, and how to reach them. More importantly, I've had to learn how to reset goals I may not have met and how to not let discouragement keep me from reaching the purpose God has designed for my life. Yes, that has happened more times than I would like to admit!
 
There's a lot of information to be found in books and online about goal-setting. Here is what I've found helpful in setting goals:

  1. Make an appointment with yourself. Block out a couple of hours without interruption.
  2. Spend time praying for direction.
  3. Ask yourself the question, "What do I have in my hand?" What skills, talents, or desires has God given you? Has he placed you in a ministry or job for this season?
  4. Write down your goals. It's been proven that more goals are reached by simply writing them down. Goals should be SMART: Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, Time frame.
  5. Break down your goals into smaller tasks.
  6. Incorporate those tasks into your daily calendar.
  7. Review your goals weekly.
  8. Determine to be faithful to do what God has purposed for your life.
 
Yes, January is nearly over, but it’s never too late to seek God’s purposes for your life. Whether we are wives, mothers, teachers, bus drivers, or youth pastors, God has given to us purpose: unique, special, life-changing purpose. As you determine your purpose, consider your gifts and strengths. Ask yourself these questions:
 
What will accomplish good for the kingdom?
What areas do I need to adjust in my life - spiritually, relationally, physically, and socially?
 
I encourage you to give it a try. You might be surprised to see what happens!

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Vicki Miller is the wife of AG Southern Missouri District Superintendent, Don Miller. She is an adoring mother to four daughters, and a joyous grandmother to three little boys. Vicki works with her husband to be pastor to the ministers and their families in the District, and leading Refresh Ministry Women, a support and encouragement ministry to pastors’ wives and credentialed women ministers.

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