2010 has started with a challenge from the Compassion Army. Read the whole New Testament and book of Proverbs in the month of January. I love challenges as long as I succeed and unfortunately in the past these type of challenges or resolutions have only in essence added insult to injury. You see I am the type of person who likes to start with a bang and in a flurry with the intent not only to succeed but to be perfect. Then five days into the challenge when I wake up 30 minutes late and didn't finish my five chapters before work am inclined to either chastise myself or quit because I didn't do it right. Works in everything really ... exercise, new eating plans, skin care ... hey you name it.
I have started the challenge and I am taking an entirely different approach this year...perfect or not lets have fun and listen while we do it. So here's how I am taking the challenge:
1. Read the book of John (over the month) with Ethan and Jasmine at Bible time everyday
2. Read a Proverb everynight before bed - actually before even getting into bed or else sleep prevails fast and furiously
3. Read a couple of chapters from the other gospels in my personal devotion time
4. Listen to the rest on MP3
Way to conquer the "need for perfection" and enjoy the journey at the same time. Best part is if I miss a spot I don't fret, I am totally relaxed in this. 2010 will be a year of not aiming for perfection and enjoying the journey I am on with God.
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