Mary's Expectations

My Expectations

Myself
· My life is in order
· I am compelled by His love – I am able to receive His love
· I am moved with compassion – able to feel
· I love expansively – no walls

· I am strong and carry out great exploits because I know my Father
· I am always in the right place at the right time, serving in the right position with the right heart and motive.
· I know how to rest in God and have a quiet confidence in Him
In returning and rest you shall be saved. Quietness (rest, settle, be still) and confidence (fully trusting in Him) is my strength. Isaiah 26: 3 NKJ

My Business
Mission Statement

My business has a strategic purpose in the Kingdom of God. I have nannies who are full of Your presence who works as unto the Lord. As a result they stand before kings they do not stand before unknown men. They have great influence in these homes. As they influence these children, these children influence these parents. The little one’s will lead their parents to you. Many families are saved as a result of the strategic placement of these nannies in these homes.

· There is order to my business and God is directing my steps
· There is no confusion. I hear the voice of the Lord, saying this is the way walk in it
· I do not get overwhelmed by new challenges in my business, I listen to the voice of the Lord, keep my mind set on Him and how He is telling me to respond. My business plan is in order.

Karie's expectation confession

God is my source and I receive His grace to be who I’ve been called to be. I humble myself and He will promote me in His timing. He opens doors for me that no man can open. I know His voice and I immediately obey Him. My value comes from God and people feel valued by me. I am overflowing with enthusiasm and love. Blessings and grace are chasing me down.

I courageously step out in faith to take the creative risks God leads me to knowing He is the one who brings the harvest. He chose me long ago and I receive his special favor and mercy. I speak hope into people’s dreams and help them cultivate their creativity. The gift of God in me is being stirred up and I don’t allow fear to lock it inside my heart.

Those who cling to worthless idols, forfeit the grace that could be theirs. Jonah 2:8 NIV

Expectations

Short Term:

I see myself spending more time walking with God, including more time in prayers, more time in worship and more time reading the Bible.

I see myself spending more quality time with Thuy and appreciating her more. This includes not working too much at home, putting my blackberry away, and talking to her more about her wants and needs. We will also pray more together.

I see myself having less stress at work, and not be to worry about things that I cannot control.

Make time to exercise daily 3-4 times a week.

Intermediate Term:

Isee myself being able to run and walk without any problems.

I expect to run in the next Seattle half marathon.

Thuy and I to buy a new house.

Pay Increase at work.
To be more sensitive to the Holy Spirit allowing the Spirit to guide me with my decision making. This includes our investments and our jobs.

I see myself being more open to people needs and having the time/finances to help them out.

Long Term:

Thuy and I to have many kids 2-5, but we will be happy with one child next year.

I see our marriage with a stronger Christian foundation and that each day we grow to love each other more.

I see myself being able to communicate better with Thuy and understanding her more.

I see our marriage as a model to all of our non-Christian friends. As most have marital issues, we would like to be a model and to give them God lovely support.

Parker's Expectations

…Short Term
I see myself walking in the perfect will of God

…Intermediate Term
I see myself with obedient peaceful kids
I see myself seeing my dreams beginning to come to pass
I see us led by the Holy Spirit making no debilitating mistakes

…Long Term
I see our kids following hard after God
I see myself living out the fulfillment of my dreams
I see myself with more than one vacation home

Day One: Light

Hi Inspire Group!! Vu and I are so sorry we missed the last two small groups. We miss getting the chance to hear "live" others' stories and ideas. Here is my Day one homework, and I also posted my burning bush story. Any feedback would be appreciated. God Bless!


In spiritual life:

I see myself as a faithful servant of Jesus. Daily discipline in reading the Word, reflecting on it, and how I can apply it to my life today.

33 “But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you. 34 Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about its own things. Sufficient for the day is its own trouble.” Matthew 6;33-34

I will grow more comfortable with God’s word and speaking it openly from my own mouth. My faith will sprout out without resistance or reserve. And I will wear it as a cloak to shine, not as a cloak to cover.


In marriage:

I see myself striving to be a Proverbs 31:10-31 woman. One who takes care of her family, household, and husband. But, also a Godly woman who others can turn to.

As we enter our 2nd year of marriage, we strive to be more interdependent, to be more one. To communicate and reach decisions as one vs he/she wants to do …To put aside time alone and together to reach that decision.

I would like to see ourselves setting an example for our family and friends as a loving, Christian couple. One that has their doors open for friends and strangers alike.


In career:

I sees myself working to bring affirmation to myself as a woman, and one who can provide care and knowledge to those in need. In serving in the workplace, I am also setting an example to others. And they will see what a difference being a Christian is in attitude towards work!


In future:

We see ourselves having the home we desire, filled with God-loving children. Working to provide the income we need to maintain our lifestyle, but still allowing time for God and also His works that we need to do.