Exponential Thinking

[Copied from HLM Sunday newsletter]

A Faith Declaration

Exponential Thinking Declaration

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Today I am moving up to the next level.

I'm tired of doubting, and I'm finished with wavering.

I've made my choice; the verdict is in; and my decision is irrevocable.

I'm going all the way for God. There's no turning back now!

I will live the rest of my life serving God's AGENDA with God's PEOPLE for God's HONOR.

Since my past has been forgiven, and I have a purpose for living and a home awaiting in heaven, I refuse to waste any more time or energy on shallow living, petty thinking, trivial talking, thoughtless doing, useless regretting, hurtful resenting, or faithless worrying.

Instead I will magnify God, grow to maturity, serve in a ministry, and fulfill my mission in the membership of His family.

Because this life is preparation for the next, I will value worship over wealth, "we" over "me," character over comfort, service over status, and people over possessions, position, and pleasures.  I know what matters most, and I'll give all I've got.  I'll do the best I can with what I have for Jesus Christ today.

I won't be captivated by culture, manipulated by critics, motivated by praise, frustrated by problems, debilitated by temptation, or intimidated by the devil.

I'll keep running my race with my eyes on the goal, not the sidelines or those running by me.  When times get tough, and I get tired, I won't back up, back off, back down, back out, or backslide.  I'll just keep moving forward by God's grace for those who know their God will do mighty exploits.

I'm Spirit-led, purpose-driven and mission-focused, so I cannot be bought. I will not be compromised, and I shall not quit until I finish the race.

To my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, I say:

However, whenever, wherever, and whatever you ask me to do, my answer in advance is YES!

Wherever You lead and whatever the cost, I'm ready.  Anytime, anywhere. Anyway.

Whatever it takes Lord; whatever it takes! I want to be used by You in such a way, that on that final day I'll hear you say, "Well done, thou good and faithful one. Come on in, and let the eternal party begin!."

[Journal entry: September 13, 2012]