Balance

One of the toughest things for me is keeping balance in my life. My tendency is to think too much about work at the church. I don't take my days off and vacation time allotted. Ultimately, I know it takes a toll on my effectiveness in my work and ministry.

For 2009, I am sharing some of my resolutions that strive toward better balance in my life. Here are a few things I am working toward in the New Year:

• Take all my vacation time.


• Develop better systems to protect my day off (Friday)


• Establish a regular date night with Rhonda.


• Spend alone time with each of my kids - breakfasts, trips, etc.


• Do two personal retreats in 2009 for planning and spiritual focus.


• Make at least two extra trips to see my parents in addition to family trips for such.


• Go on fishing trip with friends this Spring.


• Exercise six days a week (early).


• Watch less TV and read more books outside work related stuff.


• Read through the Bible in 2009 - NIV.


• Journal consistently through the year.


• Go to bed earlier and eat better (the second is a tough one).

Matthew 11:29 - Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.