Setting Goals
I decided to re-write my personal goals and projects recently. It is so nice to outline them in written form, because I can always look at the list to remind myself of these goals as well as evaluate my progress. Right now I divide them into six categories: Spiritual, Finances, Personal, Education, Marriage Preparation, Work/Ministry. Then I expand each category into manageable steps that I can carry out daily or weekly. That way I can keep track of what I’m doing each day to accomplish them.
For example, under Education, I write that I want to cultivate my mind and educate myself better in different subjects. I plan what books to read on history, biography, doctrine, church history, and miscellaneous topic (of my choice). Then I assign one day of the week to read a book from each subject. That way it diversifies my reading. Under Personal, I put learning Piano and Exercise. Hopefully in the future, I may even add Needlework if I have an older Titus 2 lady to teach me that. 
I then print the list (which is no longer than 3 pages) and keep it on my desk so I can see it. At the end of the day, I write down the tasks to do for the next day, and assign the hour for each one. It is so much fun to plan these things. From my experience, because I’ve sometimes gotten sidetracked, I must review this list from time to time as a form of reminder and encouragement. It also gives meaning to the labor and hour of each day, knowing that even the small tiny things we do actually count in the long run and that our goals are ultimately for God’s glory.
“So, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God.” (I Corinthians 10:31)
January 11th, 2008 at 3:03 pm | Permalink
You have an organized way of looking at and attainingg your life-goals. I appauled your efforts.
I’ve recently taken the time to reenage my life goals as well. Perhaps I should adopt some of your habits, too. Hmm…something for me to think about!
January 12th, 2008 at 8:53 am | Permalink
This is wise advice, Ma’am. Thanks.