4 January 2015
 …we
make resolutions
…but, often find it difficult to keep them
Should we Continue Making New Year
Resolutions?
YES!
but our resolutions must be
HOLISTIC,
touching all aspects of our lives
Physical
Intellectual
Our New Year
Resolutions
must be
Holistic
Social
Spiritual
DIET & FITNESS - PROBLEMS WITH BEING OVERWEIGHT
 Restricted mobility - can’t reach own feet, do own
foot nails, tie own shoes
 Breathing problems
 Limited clothing choices
 Chronic back and knee problems
 Associated illnesses, e.g. diabetes, high blood
pressure and depression
 Affects self-confidence and social relations
 Could lead to premature death!

1 Tim 4:8 “…physical training is good.”

Proverbs 23:20 – 21

Proverbs 23:1-2

Proverbs 20:1

Ecclesiastes 5:2-7
before embarking on training and
weight loss programme…
• Obtain advice from your physician and dietician
• At the gym, seek guidance on the exercises and
equipment suitable for your health and fitness
objectives

Acquiring a Certificate / Diploma / Degree

Learning a new skill, learning a new language

Advancing existing skills – e.g. leadership, technology, etc

Strengthening relationships with FAMILY,
RELATIVES and FRIENDS

Playing a role in COMMUNITY programmes

Joining a sports club
Prayer and Bible Reading
 The Bible will develop your faith – Rom 10:17
 Memorise one bible verse per week

Joshua 1:8

Psalm 118:11

Deutoronomy 11:18

Psalm 37:31
 Prayer will enhance your fellowship with the Holy Spirit

Luke 6:12

Luke 18:1

Phillipians 4:6
As you pray, write:
- your prayer items
- date the prayer was made
- date the prayer was
answered
 Share
the Gospel daily with at least one person –
Make it a habit to tell others about Jesus
 Mathew 28:18-20

Acquaint yourself with the Church

Discover your passion, and serve in line with it

Be consistent – ensuring your membership is
established and official
 Hebrews 10:25
 Participate
 Grow
in financing advancement of the Gospel
in the discipline of Tithing
…will grow your life holistically!