The Challenge for 1-9-22 and 1-16-22

 “The Challenge” has become a common part of my sermons over the past couple of years.  “The Challenge” is intended to help us think about the message of the week and then deciding to act.  Connecting “The Challenge” with journaling has become my attempt at fostering this internal dialogue (hearing then thinking then deciding then acting).  The purpose of “The Challenge” is that we all might act upon what we have heard by the leading of the Holy Spirit.

In this new year, my challenges will fall heavily into the category of journaling.  When we write, we have to think, then formulate words, then put it to paper.  This process helps us integrate our whole self (mind, body and spirit).  We will also focus upon action.

The Challenge for 1-9-22.

        1.  Are you more selfish or selfless?
2.  Are you interested in the lives of others?
3.  Is Jesus your life?
4.  Are you willing to share Jesus with someone else?
5.  Will you pray that God will send you someone to mentor?

The Challenge for 1-16-22.

        1.  Are you part of any “group” (outside of church)?

2.  What is the group’s purpose?

3.  How do people become part of the group?

4.  What is the purpose of the church?

        5.  How do people become part of your church?

Journals and pens are available at Kenwood for anyone wants them.