1. Have written down goals: Some Christians refuse to have goals because they are waiting for "God's grandiose vision" for the year. The Bible says - we can make plans but the final outcome is in God's hands (Proverbs 16:1-3,9). The Bible enjoins us to also write down our goals (Habakkuk 2:1-4).
2. Seek Godly Wisdom: Wisdom is the principal thing (Proverbs 4:7). Operating Godly wisdom is the way out of the crossroads you will encounter in 2009. The principal ways of accessing divine wisdom are strong desire, openness to God and willingness to obey His instructions. Proverbs 4:7-13, James 1:5-8.
3. Attempt something new: Someone once said, " The best thing that can happen to a man is to try something new and succeed. The next best thing is to try something new and fail. The worst thing is to try nothing new at all." Don't put your life on cruise control this year. James 2:18-26
4. Shake off the beast: The beast is an ally of your fallen human nature that has potential to devour your future. Apostle Paul shook off the beast that fastened itself around his hand (Acts 28:1-7). Shake off the beast of indolence, indiscretionary use of time, youthful lusts, procrastination, worldly pleasures, etc.2 Corinthians 12:7-10
5. Maintain regular contact with God - Times of devotion such as personal Bible study and meditation, private prayer and worship, etc are moments God builds spiritual capacity in us. Take in the life of God regularly and you will maintain your cutting edge throughout 2009. John 15:1-8
6. Be fulfilled: Material and financial successes, accomplishments, attaining set goals, etc are very good and desirable. But things don't satisfy the void in man, it is the person of Jesus Christ that does. Receive Him as your Lord and Savior and you will experience genuine satisfaction. John 4:13-14
7. Be fulfilled still: The Bible says it is more blessed to give than to receive (Acts 20:35). Givers are rivers and channels of God's blessings. Proverbs 11:24-25
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