A Personal Philosophy of Life & Ministry

This was one of my 'outdoor' trips with and we stopped by the center of the US! Guess where?

I wanted to remind my spiritual sons of daughters that having a good philosophy of life keeps the ship going in the right direction. When people hurt you, when you preach a bad sermon or don’t do as good as you would like to—I hope this encourages you a bit along the way.

1. It is not yours by right. Everything is a gift and has to be appreciated. When we become complainers we die in the desert.
2. A correct MINDSET is more important than either Charisma or Gifting! I have always believed my attitude is my choice no matter what happens to me in life.
3. To make a difference in the lives of others you must have healthy attitude and wholesome relationships.
4. Risk-taking is not important—it is imperative!!!!!!!!! Counsel is always needed here—we cannot go off half-cocked.
5. Laughter is good medicine and it helps when life gets serious.
6. Work hard---play hard!
7. Aim for excellence—give everything your best shot—laziness never works and God cannot bless a mess—always try to be thoroughly prepared and do your best.
8. Business principles are often and usually Biblical principles.
9. Make every service count and never go through the motions.
10. If it can be delegated—delegate it.
11. Confrontation is needful but don’t try and be the Messiah. Its ok people are different.
12. Lack of creativity is a sin!!!!!!!!!!!! 11th Commandment.
13. Balance is THE key to long term health and effectiveness.
14. Come to a level of understanding ‘self-love’—we are complete in Christ! See Col. 2:9
15. Got to be a decision maker but include people in the process.
16. Faith without ‘works’ is dead.
17. Always lived with a deep sense of purpose.

Thanks for the comments and please stay faithful. Papa G.