Commit to reading the sermon aloud once each week from a different translation than the two weeks before (takes about 13.5 minutes from the NIV at a slow pace).
Commit to memorizing the complete sermon from the NIV translation.
Chapter 5 done by the end of April.
Chapter 6 done by the end of July.
Chapter 7 done by the end of October.
Entire sermon from beginning to end by Thanksgiving.
Chapter 5 done by the end of April.
Chapter 6 done by the end of July.
Chapter 7 done by the end of October.
Entire sermon from beginning to end by Thanksgiving.
Commit to identifying a “guiding principle” that will be a focus during a given month. The principle should be identified before the 1st of each month, and worded in such a way as to clarify a heart/behavior endeavor that will remain a focus for the entire month.
For example: “I will endeavor this month to understand what it means to show mercy (Matthew 5:7), and try to let Jesus’ instruction to show mercy to affect all of my relationships, interactions, and behavior.” This statement should be the focus of at least one of your reflections written in that month.
For example: “I will endeavor this month to understand what it means to show mercy (Matthew 5:7), and try to let Jesus’ instruction to show mercy to affect all of my relationships, interactions, and behavior.” This statement should be the focus of at least one of your reflections written in that month.
Commit to reading through a book list, in a specific order, throughout the year.
Select one book for the group to read that will provide additional context for Matthew 5-7. Book selections should be determined by January 31. Books must be available digitally and in print.
Select one book for the group to read that will provide additional context for Matthew 5-7. Book selections should be determined by January 31. Books must be available digitally and in print.
Commit to writing 1 reflection a week about your discoveries, experience, etc. The reflection should be written in first person and should be between 300 - 600 words. A weekly reflection should be submitted on the same day each week (your choice).
Commit to attending a year-end 2 day retreat, to be scheduled between November 28 - December 11, 2011.
