2004-09-10 - 12:37 a.m.

Days 6 to 17

Day 6

How should the fact that life is just a temporary assignment change the way I am living right now?

- I would make it important to have a good relationship with my parents

- I would not worry about results of videogames

Day 7

What action can I determine to take in order to live for God's glory rather than for myself?

Make an appointment with God for a certain time each morning and keep the appointment.

Day 8

What common tasks do I need to remember to do in such a way as to bring pleasure to God?

- Getting ready for my day in the morning.

- Doing things to make my family happy.

- Speaking with other people.

Day 9

Since God knows what is best, in what areas of my life do I need to trust him most?

- I must trust that he knows what career I will follow when I do not know, or fear that it may be a worthless one.

- I must trust that there is some good purpose in mw continuing to struggle with depression, anger, anxiety, Asperger's etc. when I can see no such good purpose.

- I must trust that the salvation of my family will be determined by him according to good purposes when I worry about it.

Day 10

What area of my life am I holding back from God?

- My sleeping habits (among others).

Day 11

Having been rescued by the work of Jesus for us, why is it necessary for Christians to apply themselves to developing a friendship with God?

- Because we are supposed to have a living relationship with God.

- I don't know how to answer this question.

Day 12

What practical choices will I make today in order to grow closer to God?

- Speak always how I feel to Him, not worrying if it seem audacious.

- Prioritise my time making sure my relationship with him has a honoured place in my life.

- Show his love to others as much as I can.

Day 13

Which is more pleasing to God right now - my public worship or my private worship? What will I do about this?

- My private worship.

- I will make more of an effort to make people feel comfortable with me at church, home and in general.

Day 14

How can I remain thankful and God-focused, especially when he fells distant?

- Maintain regular prayer ie. Lords prayer, creed confession etc, being accountable to others, tell God how I feel and seek a sympathetic Christian ear when times are troubled.

Day 15

How can I start treating other believers like members of my own family?

- Ring them up more, talk to them, offer my time in service and enjoyment, talk with them openly.

Day 16

Honestly, are relationships my first priority? How can I ensure that they are?

- It is hard to maintain a relationship when you are being taken advantage of or trying to be controlled. Still I can improve my focus by spending time with people.

Day 17

Does my level of involvement in my local church demonstrate that I love and am committed to God's family?

- No, although not for ignorance, I am aware of what I can be doing, but poor sleeping patterns and sin get in the way.

2004-08-03 - 1:51 a.m.

as I watched the ball sail over the fence

Day 5

What has happened to me recently that I now recognise as a test from God?

- criticism from my mum

- being ripped off by Ozemail

What are the greatest matters that God has entrusted to me?

- managing life and focussing on peace and hapiness in spite of mental health problems

Day 6

How should the fact that life is just a temporary assignment change the way I am living right now?

- I would make it important to have a good relationship with my parents

- I would not worry about results of videogames

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