So last August I bought this Bible with the intention of reading it cover to cover. I bought the tabs so I could easily find the sections. My nephew, Jimmy, cautioned me that " Auntie just because you make the Bible look good doesn't mean you'll read it. "
A few years back I actually bought a book about how to read the Bible in a year! WHAT? But I digress.
I spoke with Jimmy again last week and he shared that I should start with the New Testament because I was getting all sorts of caught up in the Old Testament. He also said if I read 10 chapters a night I'll be through the entire Bible in three months....totally manageable.
So I started but I made a deal with myself. You see this is a coloring Bible.....yes!!!! I can color it which I love to do!
So here is the deal, when I finish a book I can color the drawings found in that book. I have been reading regularly...not 10 chapters every night but I am getting there.
What does this mean for your life you ask? Well, sometimes you start a task that seems daunting. You may be nearly 49 and realize you haven't achieved a task or goal you set (like little old me)....it's ok reset and follow the steps below:
1. Verbalize your goal to someone you love.
2. Set achievable and actionable "chunks" to get you to the final goal.
3. Celebrate your successes and reward yourself.
Repeat 2 and 3 until done.
In friendship, love, and leadership,
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