It’s time for a checkup. I’m not talking about a physical for your body or a tune-up for your car. . .I’m talking about determining where you are on your goals for 2013.
I was led to write seven questions to provoke your thinking and allow you an early course correction to your priorities for this year.
I can tell you with absolute certainty that God does not want you wasting the opportunities He’s giving you to make a difference in your life, the lives of your loved ones and whoever else He brings you into contact with.
WARNING: IGNORING THIS TEACHING WILL BE HAZARDOUS TO YOUR SPIRITUAL HEALTH.
You will be held accountable on Judgment Day for not fulfilling or even pursuing the things God has laid on your heart to accomplish.
James 4:17 in The Living Bible says:
“Remember, too, that knowing what is right to do and then not doing it is sin.”
I strongly encourage you to allow the Spirit of God to minister to you as your read these seven scriptures and questions.
1. Having the right goals will energize your life and faith.
Proverbs 3:21-22 in The Living Bible says:
“Have two goals: wisdom-that is, knowing and doing right-and common sense. Don't let them slip away, for they fill you with living energy and bring you honor and respect.”
How much progress have you made in accomplishing your goals this year?
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2. Make sure your goals line up with the Word of God and God’s Word for you.
Proverbs 11:27 in God’s WORD Translation says:
“If your goals are good, you will be respected, but if you are looking for trouble, that is what you will get.”
What’s the Number One goal God has given you in the six major areas of your life?
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3. Your accomplishments will always be greater when you have a specific timeline.
Daniel 2:16 in the Amplified Bible says:
“And Daniel went in and desired of the king that he would set a date and give him time, and he would show the king the interpretation.”
What timeline have you established to accomplish your Number One goal?
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4. God can and will help you overcome every obstacle that life or the enemy throws in your path.
Proverbs 3:26 in the Amplified Bible says:
“For the Lord shall be your confidence, firm and strong, and shall keep your foot from being caught [in a trap or some hidden danger].”
What is the number one obstacle you face in accomplishing your # 1 goal in the six major areas?
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5. “You” are generally the greatest obstacle to successfully completing your goals.
Hebrews 3:19 in the Message Bible says:
“They never got there because they never listened, never believed.”
What is the first step you can take in overcoming the # 1 obstacle in each of the six major areas of your life?
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6. It’s Not Too Late. . .To Accomplish Your Goals
Job 8:6-7 says:
“If you're as innocent and upright as you say, it's not too late — he'll come running; he'll set everything right again, reestablish your fortunes. Even though you're not much right now, you'll end up better than ever.”
When He comes running to your assistance. . .He will often give you a divine connection.
Who is the one person that can help you achieve your number one goal in the six major areas?
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7. Never ever give up.
Luke 18:1 in the New Living Translation says:
“One day Jesus told his disciples a story to illustrate their need for constant prayer and to show them that they must never give up.”
Maintaining a record of your progress will often motivate you to even greater success.
How will you record your progress in achieving your number one goals in the six major areas?
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Why are these seven scriptures and questions important to ask on your journey to the debt free lifestyle. . .and financial independence?
Numbers 33:2 in the New Living Translation says:
“At the Lord’s direction, Moses kept a written record of their progress. These are the stages of their march, identified by the different places where they stopped along the way.”
You’ve got to know where you’re at. . .to get where you’re going.
This thought-provoking document was prepared for haroldherring.com by Harold Herring, President of the Debt Free Army and Rich Thoughts TV.
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