Looking Ahead: The Power of a Mid-Year Review [EP:098]

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">There are three rhythms that everyone in ministry should have: A rhythm of rest, rhythm of retreat, and a rhythm of review. Today we are going to talk more about the rhythm of review.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Effective ministry leaders have a regular rhythm of review...weekly, monthly, quarterly, and yearly. That may seem like a lot of reviewing! But you’d be surprised how transformative this practice is and it doesn’t take a particularly long time to do. Although you could spend hours if you’d like, setting aside just 30-45 minutes of intentional time to look back and remember what you committed to, what God did, what God said, reviewing how it went, and looking forward, seeking God on how He wants you to spend your time...it’s a game changer. It really helps you draw closer to God as you constantly seek Him and ask Him to speak to  you.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Last week we had a chance to look back, remember, thank God for all He has done and remember the things He’s asked of us that we haven’t done yet. Today we are looking ahead. So, g</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">rab your calendar, your journal or however you record what God is saying to you and let's get started!</span></p> <p> </p> <h3><strong>Questions as You Look Ahead</strong></h3> <p> </p> <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">God, what’s your vision for me? My family? My ministry?</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">What rhythms and boundaries do you want to create or maintain in the second part of the year?</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">What things are the utmost important? Help me to prioritize?</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">What relationships would you like me to focus on?</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Where are the busy seasons over the next 6 month