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Personnel
One of the great treasures of the Christian life is in our relationships; Relationships between our own
families…brothers, sisters, aunts, uncles, grand-parents and grandchildren, etc. are so very important.
Develop:

Relationships between brothers and sisters in Christ.
Relationships with those we help bring to Christ.
Relationships within our churches.
Relationships with friends – both friends in Christ and others.

It takes a lot of time and energy to maintain these relationships, but it is worth it. It involves making
considerate contacts with people: phone calls, cards, letters, email, texts, personal time, etc. But
whether or not we are able to “keep in touch” with everyone, it is also a treasure to keep some kind of
spiritual journal. It could include a history of your family together with your occupation and jobs you
have had. Record or review answers to prayer….challenges to your faith….obstructions and
persecutions (real or imagined), etc.

Among the above I would also suggest a listing of …..
1. People I led to Christ.
2. People I witnessed to but who were not interested.
3. People I may be able to have a future witness.
4. List of co-workers and friends that need Christ.
Be sure to include names, dates, and where it was that we encountered them.

Checkup
“Checkup” is a tool Christians can use to help yourself keep up with your daily spiritual activities. It is in
the form of a check list. Copy it from here, or make your own. …

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