May 17 Checklist

Bible Study (Some notes* from "Experiencing God's Peace" by Elizabeth George)

• Philippians 3:12-14

Philippians 3:12-14 (New Living Translation)
Pressing toward the Goal 12 I don’t mean to say that I have already achieved these things or that I have already reached perfection. But I press on to possess that perfection for which Christ Jesus first possessed me. 13 No, dear brothers and sisters, I have not achieved it, but I focus on this one thing: Forgetting the past and looking forward to what lies ahead, 14 I press on to reach the end of the race and receive the heavenly prize for which God, through Christ Jesus, is calling us

• *Note: "According to Paul's example, we should always concentrate our energies on moving forward now and continuing to move forward in the future. Where are you putting your focus?"
• *Note: "Are there 'things' that hinder your forward focus? Can you name them and then determine how to 'lay aside every weight, and these in which so easily ensnares us, and ... run with endurance the race that is set before us' (Hebrews 12:1)"
• *Note: "What can you do today to: (1.) Forget those things that are behind?, (2.) Reach forward?, (3.) Press toward the goal?"
• *Note: "What are the steps that make up the process?"
• *Note: "Mental obliteration. A runner never looks back, but mentally obliterates the part of the course which he has already covered."
• *Note: "Unwavering progression. A runner strains every nerve and muscle as he keeps on running with all his might toward the goal. Indeed, his hand is stretched out as if to grasp it. He is thinking all along the way, 'I want this win!'"
• *Note: "A goal in view. A runner's eyes are always fixed on the goal. And that goal is at the end of the race, not some other place through the course. "


• Am I running the race well... pressing toward the prize at the end and not looking back. Am I thinking, "I want this win!"

Memory Verse

• Psalm 5:11 (New Living Translation)
  "But let all who take refuge in you rejoice; let them sing joyful praises forever. Spread your protection over them, that all who love your name may be filled with joy."

Husband Encouragement

• Submit to him as to the Lord.
• Put his needs above my own not matter how I feel!
• Fold laundry
• Have a joyful and inviting spirit both in the morning and when I pick him up from work.
• Ask him how his day was and allow him to relax and take a shower before any demands are put on him, as well as not dumping my day on him until he asks.
• Do something special for him everyday…
• Pray diligently for him through out the day, for him to be a light at work and for his faith and decisions.
• Strive to have a meek and quiet spirit!!
• Speak only words of encouragement and love.

Personal Goals

• Take Monday afternoon off and relax.
• Laugh and flirt with my husband Monday night at the pops concert.

Work Goals

• Set priorities.
• Daily make a list of what needs to be completed that day as opposed to what needs to be worked on that day.
• Decide what I can delegate to others.
• Talk to my supervisor about reducing my work load.
• Enjoy each day more.

Must Do

• Dentist appointment Tuesday
• Training class on Wednesday
• Progress meetings with staff on Thursday
• Sister-in-laws talent show Friday (6:30 PM)
• "Kids Craft Day" Saturday morning - Making "Salt Dough" (work)
• Sister-in-laws graduation Saturday (4:00 PM)

Zone

• PRAY intentionally and passionately daily... can't do this summer program, be acting manager, teach a bible study, keep my nieces, & be a Godly wife without God's help.

Menu

• Sunday - favorite local eatery!
• Monday - picnic at pops concert in the park (Southern Living Chicken & Rice Salad, Triskets, Lemonade, apple pie)
• Tuesday - cumin chicken with salsa, brown rice, chili corn & green beans
• Wednesday - curried chicken pot pie & salad
• Thursday - beef & spinach whole wheat spaghetti & broccoli with cheese
• Friday - out (will be rushed for talent show - meet husband at work with food)
• Saturday - find out plans from Mother-in-law; possible leftovers
• Dessert of the week - apple pie

Fun Things

• Pops in the park with husband.
• Taking Monday afternoon off.
• Talent show and graduation stuff with new family.

3 Things I'm Thankful For This Week

• Supportive Husband
• Greatest Dog in the world
• Time off for me