Getting to know each other



center-19748500-260252-31652400Getting to know each otherTake some time to get to know each other – 2 to 4 minutes per person (please be respectful of this time limit)-Name and very basic family information. Married (how long) or single? Number of children and grandchildren you have? Age of aging parents if still living?Where you lived in your grade school years (if many places, choose your favorite place)?What is one of your favorite activities that you like to do for enjoyment or recreation?Current or last full-time job career field?Questions for Group Sharing/DiscussionWhat are some common “worldly” views and practices about retirement that many people have?Why do you think Christians should view their retirement decades differently than these worldly views?If you are retired, what are some of the best parts of being retired? What is one of the hardest parts?What is one thing that attracted you to this class?What is one of your greatest concerns for your retirement decades?Teaching, Comments and Instructions Watch videos at videosEphesians 2:10 We are His workmanship (masterpiece), created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them.Life is not measured by how much you get, but by how much you give.If you reach the age of 65, statistically you are expected to live another 22 years to age 87 (= 8000+ days)God has not invested decades in your life for you to do nothing or only live for pleasure for the rest of your life.Your life is not done at 65, instead your greatest decades of influence are just beginning.1473205524500This Week’s WorksheetsStep 1 - Life Map Worksheet Step 2 - Personal Skills & Experiences Worksheet305943090031281001-355606985Step 1 – Life Map Worksheet #1 - Fill in the following columns with whatever comes to your memory. For future decades, write what comes to your mind about things you desire, imagine or anticipate. Fo00Step 1 – Life Map Worksheet #1 - Fill in the following columns with whatever comes to your memory. For future decades, write what comes to your mind about things you desire, imagine or anticipate. FoAgeLocations/Schools/WorkHighlights/Positive Memories/BlessingsHurts/Disappointments/Hardships/Sin0-12Teens20’s30’s40’s50’s60’s70’s80’s+311594594666782002Step 1 – Life Map WorksheetPersonal Reflection, Sharing & DiscussionAfter you complete your Life Map, take some personal time to prayerfully reflect over what you wrote down and…Take time to prayerfully thank God for the positive things and blessings. For the negative things – Hurts / Disappointments / Hardships / Sin – take time in prayer to acknowledge that the blood of Jesus Christ was shed for each of these items and pray for God’s redemptive purposes to be fulfilled in your life.If you’re married, take some time to share/discuss your sheet and the following answers with your spouse. If you’d like you can write out your answers to these questions OR you can talk about them and make some simple notes by each question. What surprised you the most when you look at this one-page summary of your lifetime?Looking back, what has been your greatest source(s) of joy?What do you feel have been some of your greatest or most meaningful accomplishments?How did God use the hurts/disappointments/hardships/sin to shape your life and service?2 Corinthians 1:3-4 says, “Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves have received from God.” Based on this verse, what is the greatest comfort(s) you have received from God in the midst of difficulties that you can use to help others?What surprised you most about whatever you wrote down about the future decades still to be lived?center13251473003For in-person or online groups, go through some of these questions and share your insights and answers. If necessary, stop and take a moment to pray for someone that may be grieving or struggling with their past.0-227965Step 2 - Personal Skills & Experiences Worksheet #2 - Identify the skills/experiences God has given you over your lifetime. Also indicate things you are want to continue to do or start doing in the future.00Step 2 - Personal Skills & Experiences Worksheet #2 - Identify the skills/experiences God has given you over your lifetime. Also indicate things you are want to continue to do or start doing in the future.Circle your skills and experiences from the past. 1=Very Experienced2=Some ExperienceUnderline items you are interested in doing or trying in the future. TEACHING CLASSES OR LEADING GROUPS1 2 Toddlers (1-2 yrs)1 2 Preschool (3-4 yrs)1 2 K-5 Grade Students1 2 4-7 yrs Children’s Church1 2 6-8th Grade Students1 2 9-12th Grade Students1 2 College/Career (18-25)1 2 Single Adults (26-40)1 2 Single Adults (40-65)1 2 Adults (25-60)1 2 Seniors (60+)1 2 Small Group Leader1 2 Couples1 2 Pre-marital Couples1 2 Men's Group1 2 Women's Group1 2 Widows1 2 Disabled Individuals1 2 Tutoring1 2 Teaching English as 2nd lang1 2 Other:____________COUNSELING OR MENTORING1 2 Pre-marital1 2 Grief counseling1 2 Marital problems1 2 Financial1 2 Divorce1 2 Blended Families1 2 Drug/Alcohol1 2 Suicide1 2 Unemployment1 2 Career Guidance1 2 Spiritual Gifts Assessments1 2 Other:____________FOOD, EVENTS & HOSPITALITY1 2 Making & delivering a meal for someone in need1 2 Food bank collections1 2 Preparing food for events1 2 Food preparation, serving & clean-up for events1 2 Catering services1 2 Housekeeping/cleaning1 2 Table or Event Decorations 1 2 Helping to plan large group events (picnics, dinners, etc.)1 2 Registration desk1 2 Hosting a guests for a meal (at a restaurant OR at home)1 2 Hosting guests overnight1 2 Hosting people for longer stays (foreign exchange students, missionaries, out of town guests, relatives, etc.) 1 2 Other:____________MUSIC/THEATER/ARTS1 2 Plan Worship Services1 2 Choir Director1 2 Choir Member1 2 Soloist1 2 Lead Vocalist1 2 Worship Team Singer1 2 Play an Instrument(s)1 2 Composer1 2 Script Writer1 2 Arranger1 2 Acting1 2 Writing1 2 Dancing1 2 Mime1 2 Puppets1 2 Juggling1 2 Clowning1 2 Oil painting1 2 Other:____________1 2 Sound Board1 2 Lighting1 2 Audio Production1 2 CD Duplicating1 2 Video Production1 2 TV Production1 2 Set Design/Construction1 2 _______________450166798144004OFFICE/ADMINISTRATION1 2 Typing (40+wpm)1 2 Receptionist1 2 Data Entry1 2 Filing1 2 Mail Room/Shipping1 2 Library1 2 Purchasing1 2 Phone Calling1 2 Telemarketing1 2 Exec. Secretary1 2 Scheduling1 2 Organizing1 2 _______________FINANCIAL1 2 Counting money 1 2 Bookkeeping1 2 Payroll1 2 Accounts Payable1 2 Accounts Receivable1 2 Budgeting1 2 Tax & SS Payments1 2 ____________COMPUTER & TECH SKILLS1 2 Web Design1 2 Network Administrator1 2 Software Training1 2 Hardware1 2 Operating systems1 2 Hardware Repair1 2 Phones and/or Voice Mail1 2 _______________GRAPHIC ART, DESIGN& PRODUCTION1 2 Graphic Design1 2 Desktop Publishing1 2 35mm Photography1 2 Digital Photography1 2 Power Point1 2 Slide Shows1 2 Banners1 2 Printing1 2 Website Design1 2 Sign painting1 2 Produce Media spots1 2 ______________CONSTRUCTION 1 2 General Contractor1 2 Architect1 2 Carpenter: General1 2 Carpenter: Finish1 2 Carpenter: Cabinet1 2 Electrician1 2 Plumbing1 2 Heating1 2 Air Conditioning1 2 Demolition1 2 Painting1 2 Wall papering1 2 Bulldozing1 2 Masonry1 2 Roofing1 2 Telephones1 2 Drywall Finishing1 2 Concrete1 2 Carpet Installer1 2 Tile Work1 2 Asphalt1 2 Interior Design1 2 Upholstery Repair1 2 Office Design1 2 Gov’t. Permits1 2 ____________BUILDING & GROUNDS1 2 Janitorial1 2 Room setup or teardown1 2 Handyman Work1 2 Lawn Maintenance1 2 Landscaping1 2 Parking lot ministry1 2 Painting1 2 Housekeeping/Cleaning1 2 Mowing1 2 Snow Plowing1 2 Snow Blowing1 2 Gardening1 2 Carpet Cleaning1 2 _____________MECHANICAL1 2 Auto Mechanic1 2 Small Engine Repair1 2 ____________CHURCH MINISTRIES 1 2 Pastor/Shepherd1 2 Hospital Visitation1 2 Preaching1 2 Teaching1 2 Missionary service1 2 Usher1 2 Visitor Greeter1 2 Teaching a Sun School1 2 Sun School Coordinator1 2 Bible Study Leader1 2 Deacon/Deaconess1 2 Elder/Council/Board1 2 Committee Chairperson1 2 Missions Committee1 2 Missions Conference1 2 Evangelism Committee1 2 Publicity Committee1 2 Outreach Committee1 2 Worship Committee1 2 Trustees Committee1 2 Finance Committee1 2 Fundraising Committee1 2 Social Committee1 2 Prayer Committee1 2 Women’s Ministry Comm1 2 Men’s Ministry Comm1 2 Spiritual Gifts Assessments1 2 Teach Theology Courses1 2 Teach Ministry Courses1 2 Teach Christian Life Courses1 2 Music Ministry1 2 Prayer team1 2 Home visitation calling1 2 Personal discipleship1 2 Phone Prayer Line1 2 Pray with people who want to receive Christ for the first time1 2 Pray with/over people with medical problems1 2 Pray with/over people with spiritual problems1 2 Phone counseling/prayer1 2 Personal Evangelism1 2 Child Evangelism1 2 Street Evangelism1 2 Teen Ministry1 2 Prison Ministry1 2 Singles Ministry1 2 Nursing Hm Ministry1 2 Unwed Mothers1 2 Crown $ Bible Studies1 2 Ushering/Greeting1 2 Phone ministry1 2 Other:________________CHILDREN & YOUTH1 2 Nursery (0-12 mos)1 2 Toddlers (1-2’s)1 2 Pre-K (3-4’s)1 2 Kids Sunday Schools1 2 Kids Children's Church1 2 Puppet Ministry1 2 6-8th Grade Ministry1 2 9-12th Grade Ministry1 2 Vacation Bible School1 2 Awana/Kids Clubs54864024735750051 2 Backyard Bible Clubs1 2 Special Event Childcare1 2 Sports Teams1 2 Bible Memory/QuizzingPROFESSIONAL SKILLS1 2 Management1 2 Marketing1 2 Sales1 2 Production/Manf1 2 Entrepreneur/Startups1 2 Purchasing/Buyer1 2 Medical1 2 Dental1 2 Chiropractic1 2 Nursing1 2 Audiology/Hearing1 2 Legal1 2 Accounting1 2 Bookkeeping1 2 Taxes/Tax Returns1 2 Architecture1 2 Wedding Services1 2 Human Resources1 2 Career Counseling1 2 Debt Counseling1 2 Unemployment Counseling1 2 Investment Advisor1 2 Insurance Advisor1 2 Mgt. Consultant1 2 Car Sales1 2 Truck Driver1 2 Bus Driver1 2 Fundraising1 2 Welfare Counseling1 2 Mental Health1 2 Social Work1 2 Drug/Alcohol Counseling1 2 Politics/Government1 2 Lifeguard1 2 Coaching Sports1 2 Architecture Design1 2 Carpet Cleaning1 2 Law Enforcement1 2 Public Relations1 2 Graphic Design1 2 Advertising1 2 Journalism1 2 Other:________________OTHER SKILLS & EXPERIENCES1 2 _____________________1 2 _____________________1 2 _____________________1 2 _____________________1 2 _____________________1 2 _____________________1 2 _____________________Step 2 - Personal Skills & Experiences WorksheetPersonal Reflection, Sharing & DiscussionAfter you fill out your Skills & Experiences worksheet, take some time to look over what you wrote on these pages and reflect and pray about the past, present and what God may have for you in the future. What are the TOP 5 things you did in the past that brought you joy and God used you to serve & bless others?1 –________________________________________________2 –________________________________________________3-________________________________________________4-________________________________________________5-________________________________________________Do you have any thoughts on why these particular items brought you the most joy and blessed others the most?What are some things you would like to keep doing or try in the future?1 - ________________________________________________2 -________________________________________________3 - ________________________________________________4 - ________________________________________________5 - ________________________________________________If you’re married, take some time to share/discuss your sheet and the following answers with your spouse. For in-person or online groups, have people share at least one of the items that brought them real joy (including the reason why) and one item that want to do or try in the future.304546094906616006Getting to know each otherEveryone take a turn to answer their choice of one of the following three questions (1-2 minutes each). What is something you hope to do or accomplish in the coming year? Next 3 years?What is one of your best skills in life? Who helped teach you this skill or where did you learn this skill?What was a book, besides the Bible, that had a positive influence on your life? Why?Questions for Sharing/Discussion on Worksheets #1 & #2Step #1 Life Map WorksheetTake turns sharing some of your most helpful answers and insights from page 3. If needed, have someone pray for someone who may be struggling with their past. Step #2 Personal Skills & Experience WorksheetTake turns sharing some of your most helpful answers and insights from page 6. Feel free to ask and discuss questions someone may have. Teaching, Comments and Instructions Watch videos at videosActs 22:10 “What should I do, LORD?” Psalm 92:12-14 The godly will flourish like palm trees?and grow strong like the cedars of Lebanon.For they are transplanted to the?Lord’s own house. They flourish in the courts of our God.Even in old age they will still produce fruit; they will remain vital and green.17526012382500THIS WEEK’S WORKSHEETS TO DO AT HOME3074768-768357007Step 3 – Spiritual Gifts and Church MinistriesStep 4 - Prioritize your Faith Practicescenter0Step 3a - Spiritual Gifts“Each of you has been blessed with one of God's many wonderful gifts to be used inthe service of others. So use your gift well”. 1 Peter 4: Worksheet #3 - We hope the following information will help you understand how God gives each Christian believer spiritual gifts for the benefit of others. We trust this will be helpful to you as you seek to discover or deepen the use of your God-given spiritual giftedness. While every believer has at least one spiritual gift, many believers have a “gift mix” of primary and secondary spiritual gifts. Look through the list and any gift or characteristics of a spiritual gift you feel describes you. If you would like to take a “spiritual gifts” online survey, go to: 3a - Spiritual Gifts“Each of you has been blessed with one of God's many wonderful gifts to be used inthe service of others. So use your gift well”. 1 Peter 4: Worksheet #3 - We hope the following information will help you understand how God gives each Christian believer spiritual gifts for the benefit of others. We trust this will be helpful to you as you seek to discover or deepen the use of your God-given spiritual giftedness. While every believer has at least one spiritual gift, many believers have a “gift mix” of primary and secondary spiritual gifts. Look through the list and any gift or characteristics of a spiritual gift you feel describes you. If you would like to take a “spiritual gifts” online survey, go to: gifts that Care for God’s Family Exhortation/EncouragementDefinition: The ability to motivate, encourage, strengthen or stabilize people in God’s truth through words of comfort, counsel and affirmation. Primary focus: Other’s strength, stability and spiritual growthCharacteristics: Optimistic, inspiring, hopeful, confident. Well-liked or deeply loved by others. Individuals feel comfortable opening up to this person. Ability to see the potential in people and to bring out the best in others. Often ready to share a Scripture verse or principle. Good listening skills and able to hear about other people’s problems without becoming weighed down or depressed. Able to create or recommend specific steps to help people solve problems and mature spiritually. Energetic, personable and effective communicator. Has knowledge and trust in Biblical solutions and productive steps for growth.Scripture: “Encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing.” 1 Th 5:11List some past examples of where and how you’ve see this gift being used by God to serve others:________________________________________________________________________________ Serving/HelpsDefinition: A special ability to identify unmet needs of individuals or a group and cheerfully implement plans and actions to meet or those needs. Usually, there is a strong desire to meet people’s physical needs. Primary focus: Practical assistance, meeting tangible needs.Characteristics: Content working behind the scenes. Good eye for detail. Efficient at completely practical tasks. Enjoy knowing they are helping make someone else’s life easier. Understand the spiritual value and significance of practical service. Would rather “do” than “delegate”. Frequently uncomfortable speaking in front of a large group.Scripture: “If a man's gift…is serving, let him serve.” Rom 12:6-7List some past examples of where and how you’ve see this gift being used by God to serve others:________________________________________________________________________________ Pastor/ShepherdDefinition: The special ability to assume the leadership, care and oversight for the spiritual welfare and growth of individual believers or a group of believers. Primary focus: Nurturing personal relationships for people’s spiritual well-being.Characteristics: People-oriented, energized by being around others. Gifted in seeing and bringing out the best in people. Sensitive to the needs of others. Able to carefully and patiently instruct individuals and groups in God’s truth. Careful listener in all conversations so you can become aware of the needs of others. Sense a divine concern for the spiritual welfare of others. Feel the need to know and be known by those around you. Strong desire to give yourself to struggling or straying Christians so that they can be strengthened and restored.Scripture: “Care for the flock of God entrusted to you. Watch over it willingly, not grudgingly--not for what you will get out of it, but because you are eager to serve God.” 1 Peter 5:2-3 List some past examples of where and how you’ve see this gift being used by God to serve others:318633295796108008________________________________________________________________________________ MercyDefinition: The ability to identify distress or joy in others and offer God’s comfort and encouragement through words or actions. Primary focus: Identifying emotions.Characteristics: Unusual ability to identify the emotional state of others. Typically drawn to those who are suffering emotional, physical, mental or spiritual pain. Motivated to demonstrate God’s love and comfort to help alleviate pain. Usually drawn to meet emotional needs as opposed to physical needs.Scripture: “Blessed are the merciful for they will be shown mercy.” Matt 5:7List some past examples of where and how you’ve see this gift being used by God to serve others:________________________________________________________________________________Spiritual Gifts that Carry Out God’s Plan LeadershipDefinition: The ability to motivate and inspire others to harmoniously work together to accomplish God directed plans or goals.Primary focus: Providing godly leadership that people will follow.Characteristics: Vision & value driven. Ability to envision and communicate godly plans. Concern for what’s best for the whole group. Motivational & persuasive leader that people naturally look to or follow - - especially when something needs to be done. Thrives on challenges. Able to see further down the road than most others. Inner discipline and diligence in carrying out leadership responsibilities. Comfortable and skilled in delegating responsibilities to others.Scripture: “The Lord has sought out a man after his own heart and appointed him leader of his people.” 1 Sam 13:14List some past examples of where and how you’ve see this gift being used by God to serve others:________________________________________________________________________________ AdministrationDefinition: The ability to organize, mobilize and guide people, resources, time and information to carry out God directed plans.Primary focus: Organizing resources to accomplish God directed plans.Characteristics: Ability to develop strategies to reach goals. Ability to organize ideas, task, people, time and information to accomplish goals. Ability to delegate the right tasks to the right people at the right time. Ability to create efficient, effective and orderly systems.Scripture: “But everything should be done in a fitting and orderly way.” 1 Cor 14:40List some past examples of where and how you’ve see this gift being used by God to serve others:________________________________________________________________________________ FaithDefinition: The ability to envision, act and persevere towards God directed plans despite current circumstances and realities. Primary focus: Believing God for future things. Characteristics: Unusual ability to take God at His word. Inspires others to act based on God’s promises or plan. Bold action and prayer confirmed by later events. Often believes God for the “impossible”.Scripture: “Now faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see.” Heb 11:1List some past examples of where and how you’ve see this gift being used by God to serve others:________________________________________________________________________________ GivingDefinition: The ability to support the Lord’s work materially with generous, timely & cheerful financial gifts and assets. This person is able to live contentedly and confidently below their available financial resources.30808252180019009Primary focus: Maximizing God’s resources for God directed plans. Characteristics: Regularly gives over and above that which is expected or requested. Assumes responsibility for meeting financial needs. Willingness to limit lifestyle in order to give more. May have a special God-given ability to make money. Desires to insure that resources are managed and maximized.Scripture: “If a man's gift is…contributing to the needs of others, let him give generously.” Rm 12:6-8List some past examples of where and how you’ve see this gift being used by God to serve others:________________________________________________________________________________Spiritual Gifts that Communicate God’s Truth KnowledgeDefinition: The ability to discover, analyze and organize truth for use by God’s family.Primary focus: Gathering truth.Characteristics: Burning desire to study God’s word. Ability to do prolonged, patient research. Focused thinking and long attention span. Ability to organize knowledge for practical use. Content with personally gaining information - - little need for an audience.Scripture: “Oh, the depth of the riches of the wisdom and knowledge of God!” Romans 11:33List some past examples of where and how you’ve see this gift being used by God to serve others:________________________________________________________________________________ WisdomDefinition: The ability to discover and apply God’s truth in specific circumstances or problems.Primary focus: Real life decisions.Characteristics: Ability to analyze problems quickly, size up all the elements impacting the problem and effectively communicate a recommended solution or direction. Has a sensitivity to draw the best conclusion or appropriate action step(s) from divergent and sometimes confusing or conflicting information. Able to bring clarity to a difficult problem a person, couple or group is struggling with a provide needed direction that brings greater harmony. Focused on providing logical steps for the future vs. feeling sorry about what caused the problem in the past. Ability to apply God’s word in specific and practical ways. Understands likely or potential outcomes from a direction taken or a specific decision. Not content with knowledge, but application of the knowledge to a specific set of circumstances.Scripture: “How much better to get wisdom than gold.” Prov 16:16List some past examples of where and how you’ve see this gift being used by God to serve others:________________________________________________________________________________ DiscernmentDefinition: The ability to know when a person, motivation or activity is of God. Able to discern between truth/error, pure/impure motives, right/wrong actions.Primary focus: Truth/error, pure/impure motives, right/wrong actionsCharacteristics: Ability to distinguish/discern between spiritual truth and error. Ability to detect phony or manipulative people or teachings. Able to identify deception, detect evil, or recognize inconsistencies in someone’s words or actions. Consistently sees their discernment validated over time.Scripture: “Dear friends, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits to see whether they are from God, because many false prophets have gone out into the world.” 1 John 4:1List some past examples of where and how you’ve see this gift being used by God to serve others:________________________________________________________________________________ TeachingDefinition: The ability to explain God’s Words for maximum learning by others. Primary focus: Other’s learning and life transformation.Characteristics: Confident in the power of the Word of God to change hearts and lives. Tremendous desire from within to study and understand God’s truth and then explain it to others.3125470529492100010 Ability to schedule your life in order to give you the necessary time to study and organize material for other people’s maximum learning. Effective verbal and written communication and teaching skills in a variety of settings. Able to communicate Biblical truth in a logical and systematic way that touches people’s hearts, minds and lives. Tend to have a select circle of trusted relationships vs. being everyone’s friend. Often operate more objectively/rationally than subjectively/ emotionally. Often have strong opinions of an issue based on your study of the available information. Frequently affirmed and appreciated by those taught.Scripture: “We proclaim Him, admonishing and teaching everyone… so that we may present everyone perfect in Christ.” Col 1:28List some past examples of where and how you’ve see this gift being used by God to serve others:________________________________________________________________________________ ProphecyDefinition: The ability to urgently proclaim God’s truth in a specific situation so that people are encouraged, challenged, consoled or convinced. Primary focus: Warning others about wrong actions, attitudes or directions.Characteristics: Tend to have a forceful or passionate personality. Ability to sense sin or disobedience in the lives of an individual or a group. Able to clearly direct your comments at the heart of the issue. Usually see issues as very black and white, right or wrong. Often able to share a Scripture passage that address the issue at hand.Scripture: “And we have the word of the prophets made more certain…a light shining in a dark place.” 2 Peter 1:19List some past examples of where and how you’ve see this gift being used by God to serve others:________________________________________________________________________________ EvangelismDefinition: The ability to relevantly communicate the good news (the gospel of Christ) so effectively that many people respond in faith and become born again. Primary focus: Non-Christians, eternity.Characteristics: Able to easily converse with strangers or acquaintances. Actively seek out conversations or relationships with non-Christians. Possesses a freedom and joy in talking about spiritual truth naturally and unforced. Effectively bridges people’s individual needs/circumstances to sharing the gospel in a personalized way. Communicates the message of Christ easily, convincingly and compellingly. Often feel incomplete when not regularly sharing Christ with others. Effective in leading others to the place where they choose to receive Christ.Scripture: “Pray also for me, that whenever I open my mouth, words may be given me so that I will fearlessly make known the mystery of the gospel, for which I am an ambassador.” Eph 6:19-20List some past examples of where and how you’ve see this gift being used by God to serve others:________________________________________________________________________________ Additional Gifts/CallingsSome of the other spiritual gifts/gifting/calling identified in Scripture include: Craftsmanship (Ex 28:3-4)Missionary (1 Cor 9:19-23)Intercession (1 Thess 3:10-13, 1 Tim 2:1-2)Hospitality (1 Peter 4:9)Apostles (1 Cor 12:29)Music (1 Cor 14:26)Singleness (1 Cor 7:7,32,34)Sign Gifts (1 Cor 12:9-10) Concerning speaking in tongues, interpretation of tongues, miracles and healing - fellow believers/churches/denominations/groups have differing views on these gifts. Follow your conscience and understanding in these matters or talk with a pastor or church leader.Acknowledgements: We gratefully recognize that much of this material was used or adapted from excellent teaching resources from Discover Your Design Seminars from Southeast Christian Church, ETS, and .If you would like to take a “spiritual gifts” online survey, visit reading and reflecting over the descriptions in this section (and discussing this with your spouse, if married), what do you feel are the primary way(s) you feel God has spiritually gifted or equipped you to serve others? _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ What are some ways you could envision yourself using these gifts in the future? _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________-9100116348800I Timothy 6:18 Do good, be rich in good works, and to be generous and ready to share,Proverbs 19:17 Whoever is kind to the poor lends to the LORD, and he will reward them for what they have done.Matthew 5:16 Let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.Galatians 5:13 You, my brothers and sisters, were called to be free. But do not use your freedom to indulge the flesh; rather, serve one another humbly in love.Romans 12:11 Never be lazy, but work hard and serve the Lord enthusiastically.3101975953672312001231019759492078130013-18952647065Step 3b - Church Ministries: Where should you fit?In this Worksheet you will discover a wide range of ministries often available in many churches. Look through this list to discover possible areas that could be a “best fit” for your spiritual giftedness, skills and experiences, interests and schedule. PUT [X] or circle the numbers that interest you.(A) Leadership Teams (#1 - #10)(I) Facilities (#40 - #41)(B) Prayer (#11 - #16)(J) Administrative & Office (#42 - #45)(C) Children’s (#17 - #20)(K) Targeted Adult Ministries (#46 - #49)(D) Youth (#21 - #24)(L) Worship, Music & Media (#50 - #58)(E) Adult Education (#25 - #26)(M) Outreach & Missions (#59 – #61)(F) Women (#27 - #30)(N) Congregation & Community Care (#62 - #69)(G) Men (#31 - #33)(O) Financial & Career (#70 - #76)(H) Fellowship & Hospitality (#34 - #39)(P) Pastoral, Counseling & Mentoring (#77 - #79)00Step 3b - Church Ministries: Where should you fit?In this Worksheet you will discover a wide range of ministries often available in many churches. Look through this list to discover possible areas that could be a “best fit” for your spiritual giftedness, skills and experiences, interests and schedule. PUT [X] or circle the numbers that interest you.(A) Leadership Teams (#1 - #10)(I) Facilities (#40 - #41)(B) Prayer (#11 - #16)(J) Administrative & Office (#42 - #45)(C) Children’s (#17 - #20)(K) Targeted Adult Ministries (#46 - #49)(D) Youth (#21 - #24)(L) Worship, Music & Media (#50 - #58)(E) Adult Education (#25 - #26)(M) Outreach & Missions (#59 – #61)(F) Women (#27 - #30)(N) Congregation & Community Care (#62 - #69)(G) Men (#31 - #33)(O) Financial & Career (#70 - #76)(H) Fellowship & Hospitality (#34 - #39)(P) Pastoral, Counseling & Mentoring (#77 - #79)(A) Leadership Teams1Christian Education Team – The members of this team meet monthly to give oversight to all Sunday School Classes, Vacation Bible School, AWANA or Children’s Clubs, Children’s Worship, Youth Group, church library, nursery and camp scholarships. 2Deaconess Team – The members of this team meet monthly to give oversight to church weddings, funerals, baptisms, communion, shepherding women, care giving. Members attend monthly meetings. Each deaconess shall meet the Biblical qualifications as described in Titus 2:3-5. 3Elder Team – The members of this team meet weekly for breakfast to give oversight to church spiritual matters, prayer, counseling & benevolence needs, serving communion, interviewing member and baptism candidates. Each elder shall meet the Biblical qualifications as described in I Tim 3:1-13 and Titus 1:6-9 (also see James 5:14). 4Evangelism/Missions Team – The members of this team meet monthly to oversee Missionaries, Missions Conference & Outreach, review requests for financial support and to encourage people from within the congregation to volunteer for missionary service and to counsel and encourage those who volunteer. 5Fellowship Activities Team – The members of this team meet monthly or as needed to give oversight to church social events, meal events, picture directory, annual picnic, fellowship and friendship groups. 6Finance Team – The members of this team meet monthly to give oversight to church bookkeeping, church budgets, donations, financial policies, financial reporting and to give oversight to General Fund Treasurer and Financial Secretary. This team ensures compliance with the approved church budget and expenditure of money. .7Stewardship Team – The members of this team meet at least four times per year to give oversight to financial Bible studies, financial classes or seminars, and generosity initiatives. 8Trustee Team – The members of this team are involved in facilities, grounds, equipment and vehicles. Team members attend monthly meetings at which all legal business of the church shall be conducted. Team members assist in gathering information, estimates, workers, materials for overseeing completed projects.9Women’s Ministry Team – The members of this team meet monthly to oversee women’s Bible studies, mentoring, women’s luncheon or dinner ministry, service projects, mentoring or peer to peer relationships, and planning special events to help women grow in their relationship with the Lord.10Worship Ministry Team – The members of this team meet monthly to oversee all worship ministries in the church (worship services, special events and services, singers, choir, instrumentalists, drama ministry, ushers, audiovisual, etc.)(B) Prayer11Sunday Prayer Group - Come and pray with others once a week or as available. 12Evening Prayer Group- Come and pray with others once a week or as available.13Sunday Pastor Prayer Support - Come and pray once a month during one of the services.14Prayer Chain (by phone & email) - Receive prayer emails or recorded phone messages. Pray for the requests from your own home.15Prayer Advance Team – Meet on a monthly basis with other individuals in the church to develop a deeper, broader and wider prayer ministry in our church.16Prayer Counselors – This team is for people who have experience and training (or want to receive training to provide personal prayer for any needs people have during services or evangelistic prayer counseling to people responding to a gospel message/invitation. (C) Children17Awana or Kids Clubs (Pre-K to 8th grade) - Participate weekly meetings as a helper or director working with children. Curriculum and training provided. 18Nursery Ministry Workers – Serve on Sundays, evening events, mid-week events.19Sunday Mornings - Be a leader, teacher, assistant for children .19Vacation Bible School - Assist in working with the children during summer Vacation Bible School for 5 mornings. Curriculum and training provided.20Children’s Choir or Drama – Lead or assist with this program(D) Youth21Youth Group – Participate in weekly youth group meetings (chaperoning, relationship-building, teaching spiritual guidance, game-leading). Weekly contacting a small group of students. Weekly staff meetings prior to youth group. Depending on the church, some will have separate middle/jr high and high school groups.22Youth Sunday School - Teach or assist in Sunday School classes. 23Creative Ministries – Participate in drama, puppets, video, sound, or photography on an “as needed” basis. 24Youth Advisory Council – Participate in a team meeting to help give direction and guidance to the Pastor or Director of Youth Ministries. Position may involve volunteering for special events as needed.(E) Adult Education25ADULT SS TEACHERS teach or facilitate a class discussion are needed on a quarterly, monthly or substitute basis in the adult Sunday school classes. 26Seminar or Course Instructor - If you are experienced teaching an adult course or a special seminar on a theological subject, practical Christian living topic or practical Christian ministry subject, let your church know. (F) Women27Bible Study Group(s) – Teach, lead, facilitate or assist in available daytime, evening or weekend group(s)28Service Project Group(s) Participate in regularly scheduled or special event service projects29Women’s Events and/or Retreats – Help plan, organize, serve or lead special or annual events30Mentoring – Be available to be assigned to a woman requesting to be in a mentoring relationship.(G) Men31Men’s Breakfast or Bible Study Group – Help facilitate or lead32Men’s Events and/or Retreat – Help plan, organize, serve or lead special or annual events33Men’s Service Projects – Participate in regularly scheduled or special event service projects(H) Fellowship & Hospitality34Hospitality Hosts - Participate as needed (usually 4-6 times per year) to help plan, organize and host the annual church picnic, special church meal events, etc. 35Sunday Refreshments - Arrive early and assist with coffee, drinks and other refreshments36Visitor Hosts - Arrive 15-20 minutes prior to the service, watch for and warmly greet NEWCOMERS, provide them information, and if necessary escort them to the nursery, Sunday school rooms, sanctuary, etc.37Quarterly social or sporting events for couples, individuals or families – Help plan, lead, organize or serve at these events382732991353158140014Hosting People in Your Home – If you have a spare bedroom(s) and can host out-of-town visitors in your home on an “as needed” basis, please let us know. 39 Photographers/Videographers – Experienced individuals are needed to take photos and videos at church events AND/OR family or personal photos of newcomers(I) Facilities40Building/Facility/Grounds Volunteer – Dedicated individuals are needed that could volunteer to assist faithfully 2-3 hours per week or 2-3 hours per month to assist with general maintenance, facility and grounds needs.41Special Building & Facility Projects – Experienced individuals are needed to assist with special projects on an “as needed” basis that require professional skills. Specify what skill or skills you have: Painting, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, dry walling, carpeting, wallpapering, landscaping, cement work, finish carpentry, mechanic, etc.,(J) Administrative & Office42Computer & Tech Support Team –Experienced people are needed to form a team of people that could be called on an “as needed” basis to assist with computer hardware or software problems, software training, networks, operating systems, and/or voice mail programming. 43Office Help Individuals are needed to form a team of volunteers that could help with mailings, church bulletins and newsletters; database entry; or answering phones. 44Website Ministry - Digitize Sunday sermon and handouts and post to the website. Additional duties may be involved depending on your level of expertise. 45Graphic Design – Experienced graphic designers are needed to assist on an “as needed” basis to help produce quality ministry brochures and church literature. (K) Targeted Adult Ministries4655+ Programs - Plan gatherings (meals, programs, events). Can also lead groups.47Singles ministry (30s-50’s+) - Plan gatherings (meals, programs, events). roadmap.pdf 48Sports & Health Ministry – Organize individuals for softball, volleyball, pickle ball, golf, basketball, aerobics, exercise classes, healthy weight loss (see 301.pdf). .49Home Bible Study & Fellowship Groups – Individuals/couples can host, facilitate and lead/teach weekly, biweekly or monthly groups. (L) Worship, Music & Media50Choir – Individuals with good singing voices are needed for special or regular events51Worship Team Singers - Participate in practices and weekend worship services. 52Sound/Light/Video Booth Ministry Team Participate once a month or as assigned. 53Security Team – Serve to ensure the safety and well-being of all members, attenders and guests. 54Ushers - Once a month arrive early, warmly greet members and newcomers, distribute bulletins, assist in seating people (if necessary), collect offering and assist with any problems. 55Drama Ministry - As needed, write or participate in a skit, drama, dance or special church event.56Instrumentalists - Participate weekly, monthly or as available. 57Soloists, Duets, Groups - Participate as requested. Audition required.58Video, production or broadcast volunteers – Assist as needed with video shooting and production(M) Outreach & Missions59Followup Home Visitation of Newcomers – Offer to do phone or personal home visits of newcomers.60Short-term Mission Trip(s) – Serve on a short-term missions team for local, state, regional, country or international mission trips and projects (weekend, 1, 2 or 3 week or summertime opportunities)61Servant or Public Evangelism/Outreach – Serve on teams to do public outreach and evangelistic activities or events in our community(N) Congregation & Community Care62Visitation Ministry Visit and pray for people in the hospital, permanent/assisted living facilities, rehabilitation facilities, and in-home visits to those recovering/convalescing after surgery/illness, the disabled and the elderly.632778027369570150015Transportation (for those needing rides to church or errands) Provide transportation for medical appts, essential services and to church services/events. Availability: on call, as arranged or scheduled. 64Helping Hands (practical handyman projects) Provide acts of service – physical in nature – for those unable to tend to chores incidental to maintaining households, moving, sustaining comfortable living environments and by meeting benevolent or supplemental food needs. Availability: On call - as needed/arranged.65Disability Ministry Serve those who are physically and mentally disabled (and/or their caregivers). This service can be done on an individual level, for the family or for groups. 66Crisis Care (crisis counseling, etc.) Offer practical acts of friendship, emotional support, concern, personal “coaching” and physical presence during an intense time of change and adjustment. .67Telephone Care Extend encouragement and caring fellowship to our church family when physical presence and written correspondence are impractical.68Correspondence Care Write/send cards, emails, notes and short letters of encouragement and compassion to those in our church family who are homebound, in recovery or celebrating benchmark events. 69Caring Connection Reach out to and help serve those who are experiencing difficulties in their life such as: divorce impact and recovery, blended family issues, financial issues and pregnancy support so as to neutralize the cause and effect of negative circumstances. When possible, provide “heat-n-serve” or casserole meals, referral to fool/clothing sources or counseling resources as appropriate. (O) Financial & Career70Financial Bible Teaching Lead a home group, class or course with proven financial curriculum71Budget Counselor – Agree to meet monthly for 3 to 4 months with couples going through financial problems. 72Strategic Generosity – If God has generously blessed you with extra financial resources you want to use it to strategically advance the work of God in your church and/or life-changing effective ministries; personal coaching is available to you upon request. Contact Brian Kluth at 719.930.4000 bk@73Estate planning – Provide your skills and leadership to assist, plan or lead estate planning seminars, distribution of resources and personal consultations. 74Career & Business Mentoring – Offer your proven skills and expertise to help people through times of unemployment, job seeking, career changes, business startups, running a business, and business mentoring.75Spiritual Gifts & Ministry Mentoring – Help provide spiritual gifts seminars, consultations and mentoring/coaching to people who want to grow in their effective service to the LORD.76RetirementRewired – Help organize and lead in-person or online groups.l(P) Pastoral, Counseling & Mentoring77Lay Counselor – Provide Biblical lay counseling or professional counseling to people in need.78Prayer Counselors – This team is for people who have experience and training (or want to receive training to provide personal prayer for any needs people have during services or evangelistic prayer counseling to people responding to a gospel message/invitation.79Couple Pre-Marital & Early Marriage Mentoring – Mature Christian couples will be paired with engaged or newly married couple to meet for 4-6 times per month using a curriculum or guided plan for your meetings to coach/mentor and encourage the younger couple in their marriage and personal lives. . -10550815044600What were some of your favorite 3 or 4 church ministries you have done in the past?Were there any “new” ministries that popped out to you that you had never heard about or thought about before? What ministries could you see yourself doing in the future? _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________30288529548495160016Step 4 - Faith Practices Worksheet #4. Carefully think through your faith practices that you are currently doing or would like to do or improve on in the future. Write down any helpful idea for how you to jump start or improve any of these practices. Leave blank any items that do not interest you.Weekly Worship ServicesDoing Interested. Idea to jump start or improve____________________________Daily Bible devotionsDoing Interested. Idea to jump start or improve____________________________Devotions as a coupleDoing Interested. Idea to jump start or improve____________________________Personal Bible study timeDoing Interested. Idea to jump start or improve____________________________Scripture memoryDoing Interested. Idea to jump start or improve____________________________Focused prayer timeDoing Interested. Idea to jump start or improve____________________________Witnessing/ SharingDoing Interested. Idea to jump start or improve____________________________Outreach service/ministryDoing Interested. Idea to jump start or improve____________________________Missions/ministry travelDoing Interested. Idea to jump start or improve____________________________Serving at my churchDoing Interested. Idea to jump start or improve____________________________Serving in my communityDoing Interested. Idea to jump start or improve____________________________Faithful & joyful $$$ givingDoing Interested. Idea to jump start or improve____________________________Weekly Sabbath restDoing Interested. Idea to jump start or improve____________________________JournalingDoing Interested. Idea to jump start or improve____________________________Read Christian booksDoing Interested. Idea to jump start or improve____________________________Use Praise/Worship musicDoing Interested. Idea to jump start or improve____________________________Build Christian friendshipsDoing Interested. Idea to jump start or improve____________________________Mentor/disciple someoneDoing Interested. Idea to jump start or improve____________________________Be mentored/discipledDoing Interested. Idea to jump start or improve____________________________Mens or Women’s GroupDoing Interested. Idea to jump start or improve____________________________Adult Class or Home GroupDoing Interested. Idea to jump start or improve____________________________Times of fasting and prayerDoing Interested. Idea to jump start or improve____________________________7th year sabbatical Doing Interested. Idea to jump start or improve____________________________Keep a Prayer JournalDoing Interested. Idea to jump start or improve____________________________Times of ConfessionDoing Interested. Idea to jump start or improve____________________________Extending forgivenessDoing Interested. Idea to jump start or improve____________________________Receive Christian counselingDoing Interested. Idea to jump start or improve____________________________Attend Confs/SeminarsDoing Interested. Idea to jump start or improve____________________________Attend Marriage ConferenceDoing Interested. Idea to jump start or improve____________________________Attend Chrisitan concertsDoing Interested. Idea to jump start or improve____________________________Men/Women/Church RetreatDoing Interested. Idea to jump start or improve____________________________31019269439422170017Other:________________Doing Interested. Idea to jump start or improve____________________________Getting to know each other Everyone take a turn to answer their choice of one of the following three questions (1 to 2 minutes each)What was one of your favorite movies you’ve seen the past few years – or one of your all-time favorites?What was something you liked best about working in your career field?When you were a teenager, what did you want to be or do when you grew up?Questions for Sharing/Discussion on Worksheets #3 & #4Step #3 Spiritual Gifts WorksheetTake turns sharing some of your most helpful answers and insights from page 12 – then do the same thing for page 16. Step #4 Faith Practices WorksheetTake turns sharing some of your most helpful answers and insights from page 17. What is something new you would like to try? Feel free to ask and discuss questions any one may have about how others are doing some of these practices. Teaching, Comments and Instructions Watch videos at videosProverbs 27:23-24 Be sure you know the condition of your flocks, give careful attention to your herds;?for riches do not endure forever, and a crown is not secure for all generations.Proverbs 24:3-4 Any enterprise is built by wise planning, becomes strong through common sense, and profits wonderfully by keeping abreast of the facts.THIS WEEK’S WORKSHEETS TO DO AT HOMEStep 5 – Your Preferred Schedule/CalendarStep 6 – Look at your Finances Find out the facts and develop a workable planMoney Map 1 – Income and Cash Flow WorksheetMoney Map 2 – List of Accounts and Amounts WorksheetMoney Map 3 – Lifestyle Expenses WorksheetMoney Map 4 – Liabilities & Debts WorksheetMoney Map 5 – Assets & PossessionsMoney Map 6 – Christian & Charitable Giving2911475323776718001829768809529982180018Step 5 – Create your “Ideal” Schedule & Worksheet #5 – Think about your current and/or preferred schedule and calendar in the future. Jot down and plug in how you want to use your time for any of the following type of items: Spiritual practices and priorities Exercise Reading Social media News/TV Household chores/duties Work schedule/travel Social activities Date nights Sports-Recreation Travel dates Vacations Holiday Plans Church gatherings/groups/activities Seeing friends Family gatherings/parties Volunteering Ministry travel Special events Committee/Clubs Conferences Concerts Events Home Projects Other items.DAILYMONTUEWEDTHUFRISATSUNEarly MornBreakfastMorningLunchAfternoonDinnerEveningJANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDECYouYou & SpouseTogetherComingMajor Plans & Events202___202___202___202___JANFEBMARAPR310896058518190019Step 6 – Money Map 1: Income & Cash Flow Sources“Honor the Lord by giving him the first part of all your income.” Proverbs 3:9 “Everything comes from you, (Oh LORD) and we have given you only what comes from your hand.” 1 Chronicles 29:14-15This form will help you and your spouse understand your current and future income & giving sources.Step 1 Check any item that is a source of God-given cash flow or income now or in the futureStep 2 Indicate “financial value” ($ amount) and frequency of these income/cash sources: W (Weekly) B (Bi-weekly or 2x a month) M (Monthly) Q (Quarterly) Y (Yearly/annually) S (Sporadically) O (One-time) Step 3 FUTURE CHANGES: 1st person retires, 2nd person retires, social security starts, move/change homes or health issue/s that impact work/income, move to retirement home or in w/family & Heaven Day30949906829523200020Income and Cash Flow Resources Now & in the FutureCurrent$/FreqChange #1 $/FreqChange #2 $/FreqChange #3 $/FreqChange 4 $/FreqDescribe #1-4 Change Event/Year:#1 Income from:#2 Income from:#3 Income from:#1 Personal business#2 Personal businessMan’s Pension(s)Woman’s Pension(s)Man’s Social SecurityWoman’s Social SecurityHome-based businessConsulting feesOvertime payBonusesPart-time workFreelance workTax returns/refundsCommissionsSeverance paySale of investments or assetsSale of primary homeSale of stuff I/we ownWorkmen’s CompensationHonorariumsAnnuity Payment(s)Disability incomeUnemployment Workmen’s compensationTrust funds or InheritanceInsurance or Legal settlement/sRent-a-room/Rental propertiesInterest and/or dividendsPersonal loans/Money owed to usRoyaltiesGovernment programsOther:Other:Other:ESTIMATED ANNUAL INCOMESource: Brian Kluth for – This form was modified from Brian’s ManualStep 6 – Money Map 2: List of Accounts and AmountsFor the future benefit of you, spouse and loved ones, it is important that the following information is available for the type of accounts you have:CK (Checking Account)LO (Loans & Payments) SV (Savings Account)ATM (ATM Card/Pin #) RF (Retirement/Pension Fund)WS (Website Account)ST (Stocks)EM (Email Account)BD (Bonds)ON (Online shopping accounts Ebay Paypal, etc.)CC (Credit Card)INS (Insurance Life, Medical, House, Vehicle, Disability, etc.)INV (Investment)CHR (Charitable Giving Account)MO (Mortgage)FF (Frequent Flyer Account)VP (Vehicle Payment)NOTE: Treat this info with the UTMOST CONFIDENCE. Only give to a spouse and/or individuals involved in your finances and pany and/or Account Name:Type:Acct #:Phone #:Website & Login Info:Contact Person(if applicable):$ Value & Date:To research if your family has any unclaimed money sitting in insurance companies, banks, utility companies, stocks, etc., go to: 3028315185518210021Source: Brian Kluth for – This form was modified from Brian’s ManualStep 6 – Money Map 3: Lifestyle ExpensesMoney talks: It says, “Good bye!” Where’s your money going? Where do you want it to go?Step 1 As best as you can, estimate how much money you are spending on a “monthly basis” in each area listed on the next page (Helpful hint: Take ANY quarterly, yearly, sometimes and one-time expenses and prorate this amount on a monthly basis).Step 2 Circle or use a highlighter on items that you can change/lower/eliminate as needs or as you go further into your retirement years (1st person retires, 2nd person retires, social security starts, move/change homes health issue/s that impact working/income, move to retirement home or in w/family, & your heaven day/s).AVG:“MONTHLY AVERAGES” OF WHERE YOUR MONEY GOING AS OF ___/___/2____$GIVING Church: $____ Bldg: $____ Needy: $____ Missions: $____ Other: $____ $____ $____ $____$HOUSING Rent/Mortgage: $____ Utilities: $____ Trash $____ Lawn: $____ Maintenance/Repairs: $____Furnishing/Decorations: $____ Special Projects/Purchases: $____ Other: $____ Other: $____$TELECOMMUNICATIONS Phone: $____ Cell Phone/s $____ Internet: $___ Other: $____$VEHICLES Pymts: $____ Gas: $____ Insurance: $____ Maint/Repair: $____ License: $____ Other: $___$GROCERIES AND HOUSEHOLD: Groceries: $____ Supplies: $____ Miscellaneous: $____$ENTERTAINMENT/RECREATION Cable: $____ Videos/Movies: $____ Lessons: $____ Health Club: $____Crafts/Hobbies: $____ Sports: $____ Events/Concerts: $____ Music: $____ Vacations: $____ Trips: $____Camping: $____ Vacation Home: $____ Hunting/Fishing: $____ School/Civic: $____ Subscriptions: $____Dinners Out: $____ Other: $____ Other: $____ Alcohol*: $____ Tobacco*: $____ Gambling*: $____*These are not recommended uses, but rather are listed to help someone determine and realize how much money they may be spending on these items.$INSURANCE Medical: $____ Life: $____ Disability: $____ Lg-Term Care: $____ Other: $____$CLOTHING Man: $____ Woman: $____ Children: $____$MISC Fast Food: $____ Meals @ work: $____ Childcare: $____ Toiletries: $___ Hair: $____ Pets: $____ Vet: $____ Subscriptions: $____ Coffee:$_____ Vending Mach:$_____ Other: $____$GIFT GIVING & CELEBRATIONS Anniversaries: $___ Birthdays: $___ Wed/Babies/Grad: $___Holiday Parties: $____ Birthday Party Events: $_____ Other: $____$MEDICAL Doctors: $____ Hospitals: $____ Dental: $____ Prescriptions: $____ Other: $____$SAVINGS/INVESTMENTS Savings: $____ Pension: $____ Investment: $____ Other: $____$EDUCATION Tuition: $____ Books: $____ Fees/Activities: $____ Room & Board: $____ Other: $____$DEBTS Cred Cd Pymts: $____ Personal Loans: $____ Student Loans: $____ Med Bills: $____ Other: $___$OTHER ITEMSStep 2 Prayerfully review the list. Are there any items the Lord may be showing you that you could eliminate or change to live below your means, become more generous and/or eliminate any indebtedness:Decide on items you don’t really “need” and could eliminate from your spending?Decide on items you could do more affordably by shopping around or by lowering your expectations?Decide on items you should decrease or eliminate because you realize this expenditure is hurtful to your personal health OR to your spiritual growth and service? Decide on items you can postpones or trust God to meet this need in another way?Step 3 Based on items you identified in step 2, develop your future plans to have your needs met, increase giving, pay off debts, save money or invest for the future.3094990171548220022Source: Brian Kluth for – This form was modified from Brian’s ManualStep 6 – Money Map 4: Debts and Liabilities“The borrower is servant to the lender.” Proverbs 22:7“The wicked borrow and do not repay, but the righteous give generously.” Psalms 37:21“Pay all your debts except the debt of love for others - never finish paying that!” Romans 13:8There are Christian classes and counselors nationwide available to help you get out of debt: 31159457603392230023 has a great online get-out-of-debt calculator (RPDP = Rapid Debt Repayment Plan)Today’s Date:___/___/20___LenderAccount #Phone #TotalBalanceMinimumPayment% RateSampleFirst Bank VISA3456-7891-0123-4567303-555-1234$3211$12515%Mortgage 1Mortgage 2Home EquityCar loanCar loanFurn/ApplianceFurn/ApplianceRec Equip/VehRec Equip/VehElectronicsElectronicsCredit Card 1Credit Card 2Credit Card 3Credit Card 4Credit Card 5Medical 1Medical 2Medical 3Medical 4Medical 5Medical 6Student LoanStudent LoanPersonal LoanPersonal LoanBusiness LoanBusiness LoanIRS/TaxesOtherOtherPeople who owe money to me/us:Source: Brian Kluth for – This form was modified from Brian’s Manual32226259123143240024Step 6 – Money Map 5: Assets & PossessionsPeriodically, it is wise to prayerfully consider what God hasentrusted to you:1. Determine the items (and the market or resale value) you have in your possession.2. Prayerfully and honestly determine which of these items you need and are actually using?3. Are there any items that could be passed along to someone you know who could benefit from their use?4. Are there any items that should be sold?5. Are there any items (in the near future or after your funeral) that could be given to benefit your church, a Christian ministry, or charity?Visit if you want to create a Donor Advised fund to be able to save and taxes and generously support your church, charities & Christian organizations.Important note: It is wise to discuss with your charity, church, or ministry the best way to give an asset. Depending on the value and type of asset, it may be wise to have the organization assist you in obtaining the help of an experienced estate planning professional to determine how to most effectively and affordably “transfer” an asset. Careful planning with experienced professional counsel versed in evaluating tax and estate planning issues will maximize the value of this gift to a non-profit, to yourself and to your family.“From what you have, take an offering for the LORD. Everyone who is willing is to bring to the LORD.” Ex 35:4-5List of Assets YouHave In Your PossessionEstimated Value as of:________Details and or specific desires for these items. Identify any item(s) that can be sold to help provide funds in your retirement years/decades, given to family, and/or donated to church/charity/ministry now or in the future. Vehicle: Vehicle: Vehicle: Checking Account(s) & Cash CD’s or Savings Accounts Motorcycles/Recreational Vehicles Motor Home/RV/Trailer/Camper Boats/Watercraft & Equipment Primary Home Timeshare, Condo, Vacation Property Sports, Exercise, Hunting Equipment Workshop or Garage Tools/Equipment Craft or Camera Equipment/Supplies Musical instruments Appliances/Furniture/Furnishings Jewelry or Gems or Furs Antiques, Art, Memorabilia or Heirlooms Books – Videos – Albums China/Crystal/Glassware/Silver/etc. Stocks/Bonds/Mutual funds/CDs US Notes/Bills/Bonds Commodities Retirement/Pension Funds College Savings Funds Collections (Coins/Stamps/Crafts/Toys) Trust Fund(s) or Inheritance Funds Rental Properties Business, Farm, Ranch: Buildings/Land Business Vehicles/Equipment/Supplies Undeveloped Land or Farmland Livestock/Animals Possessions in Storage Units Foundation or Donor-Advised Funds Business Partnerships/Ownership Real Estate PartnershipsSource: Brian Kluth for – This form was modified from Brian’s ManualStep 6 – Money Map 7: Christian & Charitable GivingIdentify: “What ministries, projects, programs, and people do you care about and support?”“You are generous because of your faith. And I am praying that you will really put your generosity to work, for in so doingyou will come to an understanding of all the good things we can do for Christ.” Philemon 5-7Honor the LORD with your wealth and with the best part of everything you produce. Proverbs 3:9Step 1: Identify the Christian ministries and charities you are currently supporting or would like to support (see ministries list below.)Step 2: After prayer, circle any existing ministry you support OR a new ministry opportunity that could best utilize your increased or sacrificial support. Step 3: Determine “future” giving priorities, amounts, or percentages you believe God wants you to give to within the next few years.Step 4: Determine end-of-life gifts (percentages or amounts) you feel God wants you to give for a select group (specific church, ministries, or charities).Suggestion: If you give 10% or more to the Lord’s work, consider tithing your normal expected income (your main income source) to your local church.Then consider giving 10% or more from all your other income sources to support other ministries and special needs.TYPES OF CHRISTIAN & CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS:CHURCH: Pastoral staff, missions, benevolence, youth, children, adult, women, men, worship, facilities, media, denomination, etc.BUILDINGS & EQUIPMENT: New facilities, relocation, expansion, renovations, vehicles, computers, program equipment, etc.NEEDY: Widows, orphans, clean water, solar lamps, homeless, urban ministries, crisis pregnancy, prisoners, refugees, relief, orphans, rescue missions, disabled, scholarships, etc. EDUCATION: Schools, colleges, universities, seminaries, etc.Ministries & Charities You Support:Support in the past 12 monthsIf desired, Special Gift within 1-7 years?If desired, $ or % to include in will?Your local churchBenevolence/help for needyChurch building project(s)SPECIAL GROUPS: Children, women, men, families, minorities, etc.MISSIONS: Missionaries, home missions, international mission organizations, 10/40 Window, church planting, theological education, relief, leadership training and development, economic development, facilities, etc.OUTREACH/DISCIPLESHIP: Evangelism, evangelistic crusades, media, magazine, books, TV, radio, financial, campus, professional groups, sports, men, women, children, teens, camps, conference centers, etcCULTURAL/ARTS/WORSHIP/MUSICSource: Brian Kluth for – This form was modified from Brian’s Manual31515052972782500252025333-241844700center95812003072472400050260026Getting to know each otherEveryone take a turn to answer their choice of one of the following three questions (1-2 minutes each)Would you rather ride a bike, ride a horse, or drive a sports car?What is something that is on your bucket list that you hope to do in the next few years?If you inherited a million dollars from a long-lost wealthy relative, what are some things you would want do with it?Questions for Sharing/Discussion on Worksheets #5 & # 6Step #5 – Your Preferred Schedule/CalendarTake turns sharing some of your most helpful insights or plans by working on page 19. Step #6 – Look at your Finances Find out the facts and develop a workable planIf your Heaven Day came suddenly and unexpectedly, on a scale of 1 to 10 (1=low 10=high) how prepared, equipped and ready are your spouse and/or family members to handle future financial matters (estate, bills, accounts, taxes, any business items, investments, insurances, etc.)?Share/discuss which specific Money Map sheets you want to spend more time working on in the future for the sake of yourself, your spouse (if married) and loved ones?Have you previously thought about and prepared to give assets and estate bequests previously? If yes, what spurred you on to do this? If no, why would this be something that would be good to do in the future?Teaching, Comments and Instructions Watch videos at videosBonus Material - Bless Your Finances Online Assessment, Teaching Video on 10 Ways God Provides and 33 Best Practices with over 150+ online resources to help you improve your financial health. Download the Bless Your Finances PDF and video at byf Philippians 2:13 God is working in you, giving you the desire and the power to do what pleases him.Romans 8:28 We know that God causes everything to work together for the good of those who love God and are called according to his purpose for them.Proverbs 24:5 A wise man is strong, and a knowledgeable man grows in strength.THIS WEEK’S WORKSHEETS TO DO AT HOMEStep 7 – Look at Your Findings – What did worksheets #1 to #6 reveal to you?Step 8 – Look Around – Consider service and income opportunities for the future3042920138967270027Step 7 – Look Back at Your Findings (Worksheets #1-6) Worksheet #7. Carefully and prayerfully reflect on the worksheets you worked on the past 3 weeks. Jot down your thoughts/ideas on the following questions. If married, share and discuss your thoughts with your spouse.1 - Life MapWhat significant takeaways did you have?2 - Personal Skills & ExperiencesWhich skill(s) and activities bring you the greatest joy and produce the most fruit?3 - ?Spiritual Gifts & Church MinistriesIn addition to anything you are currently doing that utilize your time and spiritual gifts, what are things you would like to do or are open to doing in the future?4 -?Spiritual & Faith PracticesWere you encouraged or discouraged about your current faith practices? Why?Which idea(s) seemed most attractive to add or do more of in the future?5 – Ideal Schedule & CalendarDid you see areas where you could improve the use of your time?What are the biggest milestones coming in the future?6 - Money MapsWhat did these financial worksheets reveal to you the most? If more income is needed in the future, how much more do you need annually? If you need to reduce expenses in the future, what changes could you consider making?30594309550302280028Step 8 – Income & Service Opportunities Worksheet #8. Carefully and prayerfully reflect current, potential or future income and service opportunities. If married, share and discuss your thoughts with your spouse.INCOME OPPORTUNITES FROM PRODUCTIVE WORKINCOME SOURCESWHAT & WHEN & WITH WHO?HOW MUCH POTENTIAL MONEY?#1 Income from:#2 Income from:#3 Income from:#1 Personal business#2 Personal businessConsulting feesPart-time workFreelance workFlextime workSeasonal workHonorariumsRent-a-room/Rental propertiesInvestingRoyaltiesOtherPOSSIBLE SERVICE OPPORTUNITES TO PRODUCTIVELY USE MY/OURGIFTS - ABILITIES – SKILLS - TIMEVOLUNTEER OR MINISTRYWHAT, WHEN & WITH WHO?HOW MUCH TIME?Daily, weekly, monthly, seasonally or yearly?#1 Church#2 Church#3 Church#1 Community/Civic/Nonprofit#2 Community/Civic/Nonprofit#3 Community/Civic/Nonprofit#1 Neighborhood/School/Sports#2 Neighborhood/School/Sports#3 Neighborhood/School/Sports#1 State/Regional/National#2 State/Regional/National#3 State/Regional/National#1 Overseas#2 Overseas#3 OverseasOther3082290296740290029Getting to know each otherEveryone take a turn to answer their choice of one of the following three questions (1 to 2 minutes each)When it comes to your charitable giving, besides giving to church, where are one of two places you’ve enjoyed supporting with your donations?Would you rather vacation in the mountains, on the beach, on a cruise ship, or touring cities in other countries?If you’re married, what is something you really appreciate or admire about your spouse? Or a specific family member?Questions for Sharing/Discussion on Worksheets #7 & #8Step #7 – Look at Your FindingsWhat did worksheets #1 to #6 reveal to you? Share/discuss some of the things you wrote down on page 28 that were most meaningful and helpful on this worksheet. Feel free to ask and discuss any questions people may have.Step #8 – Look Around – Consider service and income opportunities for the future Take turns sharing some of your most helpful answers and insights from page 29. Feel free to ask and discuss questions someone may have. Teaching, Comments and Instructions Watch videos at videos1 Corinthians 6:19-20 Don’t you realize that your body is the temple of the Holy Spirit, who lives in you and was given to you by God? You do not belong to yourself, for God bought you with a high price. So you must honor God with your body.Proverbs 22:3 Sensible people will see trouble coming and avoid it, but an unthinking person will walk right into it and regret it later. THIS WEEK’S WORKSHEETS TO DO AT HOMEStep 9 – Look at your Food & FitnessStep 10 – Look AHEAD and become aware of helpful internet resources for retirees and caregivers31089609398782300030Step 9 – Food & Fitness Worksheet #9. Carefully and prayerfully look over this informationand identify which best practices you would like to do in order to improve and maximize your health.MEASUREMENTSHighest weight:________ Current weight:________ Preferred weight:________Current waist in inches:________ Preferred waist in inches:__________Current heart Beats Per Minute/BPM:_____ Current blood pressure:____________SCORE YOURSELF HEALTH QUIZ #4=You Do Consistently | #3=Often | #2=Sometimes | #1=Seldom | #0=NeverMEDICAL#____ Get annual medical checkups #____ Use any prescriptions properlyEATING/DRINKING#____ Drink at least 8 glasses (64+ ounces or more) of water each dayAvoid or eliminate #____ In-between meal snacking | #____ Sugar | #____ Flour #____ Eat 3 healthy pre-planned portioned meals each day (Bright Line Eating – see chart on next page)PHYSICAL ACTIVITY#____ Be physically active for 30 minutes 3-5 times per week (walking, treadmill, hiking, jogging, biking, swimming) – Excellent app Brian has enjoyed using: Couch to 5K#____ Stretch/exercise several times per week - Excellent source for helpful exercise apps is #____ Use at-home or gym treadmills, exercise equipment, weights#____ Exercise class or sports (pickleball, golf, tennis, softball, bowling, racquetball, etc.) #____ Participate in active outdoor sports (cross-country skiing, snow shoeing, snow skiing, snow-boarding, water skiing, kayaking, boating, mountain biking, diving, snorkeling, windsurfing, etc.)SLEEP/REST/RELAXATION#____ Get 7-8 hours of sleep per night #____ Schedule vacation time and getaways#____ Sunday afternoon naps! (Brian’s favorite thing to do for 98% of Sundays for 40+ years)TECHNOLOGY HELPS#____ Use a watch/app to monitor your weight, steps, sleeping, heart: beats per minute, and other measurements (iWatch, Samsung, Fitbit, etc.)#____ Use a digital scale and app to measure/monitor your vital health stats (Renpho Scale & App) #____ Use a kitchen food scale (Bright Line Eating) (OXO Kitchen Scale)LEARN ABOUT HEALTHY EATING PRACTICES & SUSTAINABLE WEIGHT LOSS#____ Intermittent fasting (Dr. Jason Fung Videos or Facebook) #____ Bright Line Eating (Next page)HEALTH SCORE TOTAL (add up all points) = #_____3006353-102476310031#BrightLineEating Resources for Maximum Success in Eating Healthy, Achieving and Maintaining a Healthy Weight and Living a Healthy LifestyleDownload this PDF at 301.pdf right381000 HEALTHY FOODS FOR A HEALTHIER WEIGHT, HEART & WAIST FOR THE REST OF YOUR LIFEProteins F/M OzGrainsFruit – 6ozVeggies – 6ozFatsMeats 4/6Fish/Shellfish 4/6Eggs 2/3Plain yogurt 8/10Soy/Nut Milk 8/10Milk 8/10Beans/Lentils 6/8Cottage Cheese 4/6Ricatta Cheese 4/6Tofu 4/6Hummus 4/6Veggie BurgerCheeseSeeds 1/2Oatmeal 1oz dryCreamofWheat 1oz dryTriscuits 1oz (=6)Shredded Wheat 1ozRice Cakes 1ozCooked potato 4ozCooked rice 4ozQuinoa 4ozBannanaAppleBerriesGrapesPineappleMelowCherriesMangoPapayaPlumsKiwisApricotsEat all kinds of ANY type of vegetables.The following items should be limited to once a week: Peas, corn, turnips, squash, pumpkinSalad – 8ozRomaineSpinichKaleSpring MixArugalaEtc. Avocado 2 ozOlives 2 ozOil 1 TbspDressing 1 TbspNut Butter 1 TbspNuts-Seeds ? ozButter 1 TbspMayo 1 TbspSCIENTIFICALLY GUARANTEED HEALTHY EATING DOUBLE-DIGIT WEIGHT LOSSStartWk 1Wk 2Wk 3Wk 4Wk 5Wk 6Wk 7Wk 8Wk 9Wk 10Wk 11Wk 12Wk 13Wk 14Wk 15DateWeightWk+/-Total#Download this PDF at 301.pdf to access the following links: BLE Sugar & Flour Susceptibility Quiz | Bright Line Eating book (Paper, kindle or audio) BLE Official Facebook Group | BLE Guys Facebook Group | Youtube Videos | Weekly VlogBLE14-Day Challenge | Website | Bathroom Scale ($26-$30) | Food Scale ($25-$30)3089910213458320032Questions about this form? Email Brian Kluth at bk@ Step 10 – Look Ahead - Helpful Internet Resourcesfor Retirees, Aging Adults and Worksheet #10. Review this list and [X] any websites that you think will be helpful to you now or in the future. Take some time to explore the websites that are of interest to you.Because I Love You LEGACY ORGANIZER 40 pages of valuable resources,checklists and forms for finances, household information, documents, family tree, funeral plans and more!5 Wishes Booklet An invaluable medical directives and medical power of attorney “fill-in-the-blank” document to communicate your near-the-end-of-this-life medical, personal, emotional and spiritual wishes for family and medical staff/professionals.Christian Grandparenting Network Valuable resources to help you guide and bless your children and grandchildren.MEDICAID and MEDICARE Resources and Help | cms. | Social Security Administration Christian Retirees with RVs - Volunteer Service Opportunities | | volunteer/travel-and-build/rv-care-a-vanners Retirement Reformation Articles, resources, books, videos and audio and more to help you thrive for God’s kingdom during your retirement years.Volunteer Opportunities for Retirees volunteering | | Bless Your Finances byf Free online course to improve your financial health. Baby Boomer Lifeboat resources Comprehensive list of helpful websites.Caregiving | | | | Valuable resources for those caring for spouses, children, parents, disabled, friends or others.Aging Parents and Elder Care Aging-Parents-and-Elder- Valuable articles, checklists and more!Alzheimer’s Association Valuable help and resources for families of those with Alzheimers. Assisted Living Info Online guide for selecting an assisted living, retirement community, or personal care facility in all 50 states.Aging Quiz faculty.webster.edu/woolflm/myth.html Sort out fact from fiction on common aging misconceptions.American Association of Retired Persons Benefits Checkup Helps you find and enroll in federal, state, local and private programs that help pay for prescription drugs, utility bills, meals, health care and other needs.Eldercare Locator Resources and services for older adults and their families.Nursing Homes Choosing a nursing home, locations and a needs assessment t Senior Citizens Resources seniors | | research/government-aid Medical Website | Health and wellness information. Comprehensive info on 24,000+ different drugs and medicines.Natl Assoc of Professional Geriatric Care Managers On-line referral service.Focus on the Family Valuable articles, resources and referrals from a Christian perspective.30315889411286330033Getting to know each otherEveryone take a turn to answer their choice of one of the following three questions (1 to 2 minutes each)If you could spend 1 day with a famous person from the last two centuries, who would it be?If you could go back in time for 1 specific day, what day would it be? What is something you would like to do or accomplish within the next 5 years?Questions for Sharing/Discussion on Worksheets #9 & #10Step #9 – Look at Your Food and FitnessTake turns sharing some of your most helpful answers and insights from page 31. Feel free to ask and discuss questions someone may have. Step #10 – Look Ahead – Helpful internet resources for retirees, aging adults and caregivers Share a few of the websites you identified or explored on this internet resources worksheet. Discuss any questions people may have. Teaching, Comments and Instructions Watch videos at videosEphesians 5:17NIV Do not be foolish, but understand what the Lord's will is. NLT says: Don’t act thoughtlessly, but understand what the Lord wants you to do.1 Timothy 5:8 But those who won’t care for their relatives, especially those in their own household, have denied the true faith. Such people are worse than unbelievers.Your family’s greatest need is information and instructions. Without these two things your spouse and loved ones will experience chaos, confusion, loss of cash and conflict.THIS WEEK’S WORKSHEETS TO DO AT HOMEStep 11 – Look for God’s Will in Major Life DecisionsStep 12 – Look at Family & Finishing Wellcenter9011920340034Step 11 – Look for God’s Will in Major Life Worksheet #11. Review the 16 circles in the chart below and the Scripture verses on the next page. Consider watching the video teaching at 44139525. Allow this chart and verses on God’s will to help guide you related to any future major decisions. Eph 5:17 Don't act thoughtlessly, but understand what the Lord wants you to do. Romans 12:1-2 Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God—this is your true and proper worship. Do not conform to the pattern of this world but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is — his good, pleasing and perfect will. Prov 4:18 The path of the righteous is like the first gleam of dawn, shining ever brighter till the full light of day.88001217208500Please note, all circles/factors are not “created equal”. Some circles will have a much greater influence than others in discerning God’s will about a major decision in your life (i.e. career, where you’ll live, marriage, major purchases, etc.). Be aware that choosing to COMPLETELY IGNORE any of the circles (or the information you receive) could create very painful consequences for your life in the future. If several circles don’t align, proceed very slowly, prayerfully & cautiously. The video message was delivered to a group of adult single and single-again Christians ages 40-65+ but is applicable for anyone at any age.3130062953789535003531 Helpful Scripture VersesPut a [X] by any verses you find especially helpful as you consider God’s will for your future.God’s WillRomans 12:2 Do not conform to the pattern of this world but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is —his good, pleasing and perfect will.1 Thess 5:16-18 Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.1 Thessalonians 4:3 It is God's will that you keep away from sexual sin as a mark of your devotion to him.Luke 22:42 (Jesus prayed) “Father, if you are willing, take this cup from me; yet not my will, but yours be done.”1 Peter 3:17, 4:19 It is better, if it is God’s will, to suffer for doing good than for doing evil…So then, those who suffer according to God’s will should commit themselves to their faithful Creator and continue to do good.God’s LeadingPsalm 139:16 You saw me before I was born. Every day of my life was recorded in your book. Every moment was laid out before a single day had passed.Psalm 37:4 Delight yourself in the LORD and he will give you the desires of your heart.Proverbs 3:5-6 Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.Psalm 27:11 Teach me your way, O LORD; lead me in a straight path. Psalm 23:3 He renews my strength. He guides me along right paths, bringing honor to his name.Jeremiah 6:16 This is what the LORD says: "Stand at the crossroads and look; ask for the ancient paths, ask where the good way is, and walk in it, and you will find rest for your souls.Jeremiah 29:11 For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”Isaiah 55:12 You will go out in joy and be led forth in peace.Psalm 143:10 Teach me to do your will, for you are my God; may your good Spirit lead me on level ground.Psalm 139:23-24 Search me, God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts. See if there is any offensive way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting.Isaiah 30:21 Your ears shall hear a word behind you, saying, “This is the way, walk in it,” when you turn to the right or when you turn to the left.John 15:5 (Jesus said) “Those who remain in me, and I in them, will produce much fruit. For apart from me you can do nothing.Ephesians 2:10 For we are God's masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things he planned for us long ago.Ecclesiastes 3 There is a time for everything…a time to heal…a time to build…a time to weep…a time to laugh…a time to mourn…a time to dance…?a time to embrace…a time to refrain from embracing…a time to speak…a time to love…and a time for peace.Ephesians 6:11 Put on the full armor of God so that you can take your stand against the devil's schemes.James 4:7 Submit yourselves, then, to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.Getting CounselProverbs 12:15 Fools think their own way is right, but the wise listen to others.Proverbs 15:22 Plans go wrong for lack of advice; many advisers bring success.Ecclesiastes 7:21 Do not pay attention to every word people say.Proverbs 11:14 Where there is no guidance the people fall, but in abundance of counselors there is victory.Proverbs 20:18 Make plans by seeking advice.Proverbs 18:1 A loner is out to get what he wants for himself. He opposes all sound reasoning.Proverbs 14:12 There is a way that seems right to a man, but in the end it leads to death.Proverbs 19:20 Listen to advice and accept instruction, and in the end you will be wise.1 Peter 3:7 You husbands must give honor to your wives. Treat your wife with understanding as you live together. She may be weaker (=more sensitive, delicate, complex) than you are, but she is your equal partner in God's gift of new life. Treat her as you should so your prayers will not be hindered.Heb 13:17 Obey (=be on friendly terms, be in alignment, listen to) your leaders and submit to their authority.Scriptures compiled by for the video: How to Discover God’s Will for Major Decisions at 44139525 For single or single-again Christians, visit: 30371079505315360036For those wanting to change their career or for those in or approaching retirement years, utilize resources at Step 12 - Look at Family & Finishing Worksheet #12. These ideas and documents can be helpful to you, your spouse and loved ones (children, grandchildren, great grandchildren or others). Put an [X] by any ideas and pages you feel would be most helpful.PASSING ON VALUES & VALUABLES TO LOVED ONES Pray for them daily. Take them on a special trip. Record or write down stories of how God has been real in your life. Record or write down your wishes for their future, even after you are gone. Provide early inheritance gifts to help them strategically with housing, launching a career, starting a business, counseling, adoption, etc. that could positively impact at least 2 generations of your family. Provide funds while you are living or in your estate plans for family members to be able to attend: Christian camps church retreats mission trips Christian school Christian college. Make plans to take your grandchildren or family members on a vacation retreat or vacation week at a Christian camp, conference or retreat center. HOUSEHOLD & FAMILY MATTERSClick on the URL links to preview, download or print any of these documents:Over 100 Family Questions to Ask Aging Relatives at Family Gatherings questions.pdf Family Tree familytree.pdf Annual Calendar of Birthdays, Anniversaries and Special Days for Loved Ones calendar.pdf List of Advisors & Service Professionals advisors.pdf Seasonal Household To Do Checklist seasonal.pdf Documents Checklist documents.pdf Important Household Items and Information household.pdf END-OF-THIS-LIFE PLANNING MATTERSMost Important Spiritual Decision – Sign and put with your will for loved ones heaven.pdf 5 Wishes About Medical & End-of-this-Life Decisions 5wishes.pdf Personal Information and Funeral Plans manfuneral.pdf womanfuneral.pdf People and Groups to Notify About My Heaven Day Homegoing heaven.pdf Distribution of Special Personal Possessions after your Heaven Day Homegoing heirlooms.pdf Equitable Distribution of Family Possessions after your Heaven Day Homegoing possessions.pdf 40+ Things to Do After a Loved One Dies 40things.pdf ESTATE PLANNING MATTERSTop 10 Estate Planning Mistakes 10mistakes.pdf Top 5 Ways to Get Your House in Order 5houseinorder.pdf 9 Biblical Insights for End-of-This Life Planning endofthislife.pdf How to Conduct a Family Meeting familymeeting.pdf Estate Planning Tools for Effective Charitable Giving estateplaning.pdf Bless Your Church & God's Work with Legacy Bequests – byc Now go back and put a #1, #2 and #3 by the top 3 sheets you can begin working on before the next class or that you can start working on completing in the next few weeks. 26870278947150370037Getting to know each otherEveryone take a turn to answer their choice of one of the following three questions (1 to 2 minutes each)In the evening, would you rather play a game, visit a relative or friend, watch a movie or read?Would you rather vacation in Hawaii, Alaska, New York City or Colorado, and why?What is the one of the best or most memorable gifts you have been given by a loved one?Questions for Sharing/Discussion on Worksheets #11 & #12Step #11 – Look for God’s willShare and discuss what you found interesting or helpful about the God’s Will decision-making circle on page 35. Share any verse on page 36 that you found helpful as you consider seeking God’s will for your future?Step #12 – Look at FAMILY & FINISHING WELL Pass on your values & valuablesShare/discuss your top 3 documents on page 37 that you want to work on further and indicate why you found these so helpful or important.Teaching, Comments and Instructions Watch videos at videos1 Chronicles 29:11-12 Yours, O?Lord, is the greatness, the power, the glory, the victory, and the majesty. Everything in the heavens and on earth is yours, O?Lord, and this is your kingdom. We adore you as the one who is over all things.?Wealth and honor come from you alone, for you rule over everything.?Matthew 25:23 His master replied, 'Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. Come and share your master's happiness!'THIS WEEK’S WORKSHEET TO DO AT HOMEConsecration & Dedication Card28980429410749380038Final Session - Consecration & Dedication CardWe will prayerfully and intentionally dedicate ourselves to the LORD -- all we have, all we are and all we can do under the LORD’s love and leadership for the rest of our lives.This week, write out your answers to:What was most helpful to you about going through this workbook and class?In the future, I desire to serve my spouse or family more by…In the coming year, it is my desire to serve my church family by…In the future, I am praying about or planning on serving others in my community, country or world in the following way(s)…Getting to know each other and sharing timePlease share some of your answers from the previous section.Spend a few moments to stop and pray for each person in your group. Teaching, Comments and Instructions Watch videos at videosRomans 11:36 For from Him and through Him and to Him are all things. To Him be the glory forever! AmenRevelation 5:12 In a loud voice they said: "Worthy is the Lamb who was slain, to receive power and riches and wisdom and strength and honor and glory and blessing!"Psalm 67:7 God blesses us that all the ends of the earth may fear (worship, reverence) Him.2 Tim 4:7 I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, and I have remained faithful.351691463920CONSECRATION & DEDICATION CARD TITLE TRANSFEROn this day of our LORD: _______________ (month) ____________ (day) __________ (year)I willingly and intentionally surrender, dedicate and consecrate my… Past, current and future pain and problems Possessions, finances and assets Physical abilities and any disabilities Personal skills and spiritual gifts Future potential Personal plans, wants and desires…to the love and leadership of my LORD Jesus Christto fulfill His purposes in and through me for the rest of my life.Your Signature:_________________________________________________2 Cor 13:1 Witness #1:_____________________________ Witness #1:_____________________________ Email Brian Kluth at bk@ to let him know how this workbook and videos31496989554210390039helped you and if you have any suggestions for improving it in the future.Materials Online CatalogBrian’s Bestselling Personal, Small Group, and Church-Wide Materials 27686014478040 Day Generous Life?Bible DevotionalBooklet, CD, Group Videos/Questions, Campaign Kit, and iPhone/Android App32512014566030 Days Bible Devotional: 7 Keys to Open-Handed LivingBooklet, CD, Group Videos/Questions, Campaign Kit270803145415Experience God as Your Provider: Finding Financial Stability inUnstable TimesBook, CD, Bookmarks194945173355Because I Love YouCHRISTIAN LEGACY ORGANIZERManuals, DVD Seminar and Microsoft Word Version19812013398500God’s Road Map to a Brighter Future for Single & Single-Again ChristiansManual and online videos for individuals or groups2501901504950Pray for Our Nation:31 Day Prayer GuideDaily Scriptures, questions, and quotes. Plus 31-Day Prayer List.21399515156955+ Retirement RewiredWorkbook and online videos for individuals, couples or in-person or online church groups7620014605000952506350000Online Financial Health Resources for People ofAll Ages & Income LevelsBless Your FinancesFree online financial health online assessment survey, video, 33 best practices and 180+ online resourcesGenerosity Resources for Church Pastors, Leaders and StaffHow to Increase Church Giving eBOOK50 Best Practices, 80 Best Websites, 12-Month Planning Calendar.Guide to a Successful Building Fund Drive for Pastors/Leaders eBOOKEverything you needto know to succeed!20 Truths about Tithers ?eBOOK Valuable insights & 26 graphs based on research of 4000+ people that give 10% or more.Money & Generosity Preaching & Writing Guide eBOOK Stories, illustrations, stats, sermons, and more for inspiration and ideas.Websites and contact information for BRIAN and ministries in bk@ Cell 719.930.4000-316523-28838900-288388-28838800 ................
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