I remember the year when my whole life crashed. I was in the height of ministry; leading small groups, having foster kids, and writing fervently.
I thought nothing could stop me. I was wrong.
Much of life stopped. Yet shockingly, my heart to serve Him missionally became more determined than ever.
As a result, I found Him revealing His faithfulness, and in retrospect, that was my best year yet.
Scripturally, Jesus and His disciple’s mission wasn’t easy. Yet they accomplished much for the Kingdom. How did they resolve to live missionally, and how can we too this year?
1) Love Radically – The incredible thing about Jesus is that He loved un-apologetically. He loved when it was difficult, and kept on loving, when they hung Him on a cross. Scripture warns that in the last days, people’s love will grow cold. (Matt 24:12) Let’s resolve to not let that happen and instead intentionally pursue love in every aspect of our ministry this year.
2) Cultivate Connection – What I love about Jesus is that He engaged people, constantly. He befriended, asked questions, and truly valued connection with not only people…But with God. As a result, Jesus only said and did what He saw and heard the Father doing. (John 5:19) How might our ministry look differently this year if we only moved, did, worked, and made decisions based from a place of intentional connection with Him?
3) Carry An Unoffended Heart –
(To find out how an “Unoffended Heart”, and four other keys will help you have an Unforgettable Year, click HERE)
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