At the close (somewhere around October) of an old year transitioning into the ushering of a new year, I often put myself through a life assessment process. I do not go through an interview process or a questionnaire to help me recognize what areas I need to grow in; however, I spend time fasting, praying, and reflecting on the old year. During that time of spiritual rejuvenation, I beg God to reveal my weaknesses.
Quite frankly and with utmost honesty, I've been a disciple of Jesus on a part-time basis. I realize in my life that I've been following Jesus ONLY when it is convenient. Therefore, I'm empowering myself to dig deep in the year of 2011 and find out what does discipleship really mean and what does it look like. By the way, discipleship isn't a full-time or a part-time job, but it is a lifestyle.
Brice Point: I don't want people to see me as "Steven, a man" but as "Steven a Disciple."
Please don't throw a stone at me, I'm trying to encourage somebody :)
Year 2011 focus:
Theme: Discipleship - a Way of Life
Purpose: To simply study discipleship so that I will embrace discipleship as my lifestyle and actively engage in making other disciples of Jesus Christ.
Growth Goals (My Discipleship)
1. Read the entire Bible
2. Exhaustive study on discipleship (with the Bible)
3. Read books on discipleship (any recommendations??)
4. Any more ideas???
Growth Goals (Making Disciples)
To share the Love of God to five (5) plus individuals. (I have a list)
In terms of making disciples, I've learned that my job is to simply share the love of God.
I encourage all of us to not repeat yesterday on today. Alicia, my good friend and beloved sister would put it like this: "Forget a new years resolution!! Let's get our life right, right now!!! :-D LET'S GO!!!"
P.S her blog is coming soon - STAY TUNED!
Don't just have a new year, but Make it a New Year.
Peace ~ The Young Lion
