Live like you're serious
Be Deliberate
Make life choices that will strengthen your walk with God. For example:
* Read God's Word regularly and be sensitive to how He is directing you
* Commit to obey God in every situation, no matter how difficult
* Make a commitment to biblical purity in all areas of your daily life
Choose Relationships Carefully
* Date those who share your standards and your vision for reaching the world with God's Word
* Pray that God will lead you to a spouse who shares your call
* Don't isolate yourself! Sharpen your skills by sharing your faith and vision with people who don't already share your worldview
Got Debt?
Credit card and school debt delay many people from active involvement in Bible translation work. Don't lose your focus. Live on a tight budget and use extra cash to pay off any remaining loans or credit cards.
Check out Crown Financial Ministries for helpful information. Check out www.amazon.com for these resources:
* Debt Free Living by Larry Burkett
* Your Money Counts by Howard Dayton
* Free and Clear by Howard Dayton Consider a variety of schooling options. Remember, you don't have to go to an expensive private school to receive quality training.
Simplify
Practice contentment. Learn to live with as few possessions as possible so you'll be free to go places and do things when God calls. Live below your means and help support someone else involved in Bible translation [or missions]. (Italics words added by Mary Ann)
Be Available
It's easy to get so busy that we lose sight of where God is leading us. Consider writing a mission statement for your life and use this to prioritize your activities so you will be available when God calls
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