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Is your “to-do” list too long? Do you have too many people wanting your attention? If you’re struggling to keep all the balls in the air, join Chip as he shares how you can put first things first.

Three reasons why most of us live with two sets of priorities:

1. We are DECEIVED. We honestly don't see the discrepancy between what we think and say, and how we actually live.
2. We are AFRAID. Though we long to put "first things first," we simply do not believe that God will supply our needs if we give Him the first portion of our time, our lives, and our money.
3. We have FAILED repeatedly. Our sincere and honest efforts to put "first things first" in the past lasted only a short time and ended with frustration and disillusionment with ourselves.

So, what’s the “Missing Ingredient” to living out our priorities?

• It's a RARELY USED word.
• It's a FRUIT of the Spirit.
• It comes to us by GRACE.
• We ADMIRE it in others.
• It's ESSENTIAL for putting "first things first."

The Word = DISCIPLINE / SELF CONTROL

Definition: Discipline is doing what needs to be done when it needs to be done.

The Dynamics of Biblical Discipline Can Be Summed Up in 2 Words:

• DELAYED GRATIFICATION - Hebrews 12:11

The Method of Developing Biblical Discipline Can Be Summed Up in 3 Words:

• ADVANCED DECISION-MAKING - 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

How Does It Work?

1. Advanced Decision Making begins with CLEAR–CUT OBJECTIVES.
2. Advanced Decision Making is reinforced by REWARDING ALONG the WAY.
3. Advanced Decision Making becomes a personal conviction when you PONDER the CONSEQUENCES.

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• 'Balancing Life's Demands' Resources
• Message Notes

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• Small Group Resources

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Feeling overwhelmed? Need a dose of peace and a renewed sense of God’s power? Join Chip and discover how you can experience God’s peace and power like never before.

Six symptoms of misplaced priorities:

1. BUSYNESS - The Activity Trap.
2. UNDUE stress and pressure.
3. Low grade NAGGING GUILT.
4. FINANCIAL debt.
5. PRAYER-LESSNESS - "Leakage” in your devotional life.
6. ESCAPISM behavior.

Two words hold the keys to enjoying the peace and power of a prioritized life:

1. Your TIME - Psalm 90:10-12; Ephesians 5:15-17
2. Your MONEY - Proverbs 3:9-10

Application: Four Commitments

1. GIVE the first portion of each paycheck to God.
2. PAY your bills next.
3. LIVE on the rest.
4. GET OUT of debt.

Broadcast Resource

• 'Balancing Life's Demands' Resources
• Message Notes

Additional Resource Mentions

• Small Group Resources

Connect

• 888-333-6003
• Website
• Chip Ingram App
• Instagram
• Facebook
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Partner With Us

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• 888-333-6003

Would you like to make this the best year of your life, no matter what happens with the economy, on your job, or even your health? It is possible! Chip explores how to balance the demands of life and prioritize the activities and relationships that matter most to you.

Six symptoms of misplaced priorities:

1. BUSYNESS - The Activity Trap.
2. UNDUE stress and pressure.
3. Low grade NAGGING GUILT.
4. FINANCIAL debt.
5. PRAYER-LESSNESS - "Leakage” in your devotional life.
6. ESCAPISM behavior.

Two words hold the keys to enjoying the peace and power of a prioritized life:

1. Your TIME - Psalm 90:10-12; Ephesians 5:15-17
2. Your MONEY - Proverbs 3:9-10

Application: Four Commitments

1. GIVE the first portion of each paycheck to God.
2. PAY your bills next.
3. LIVE on the rest.
4. GET OUT of debt.

Broadcast Resource

• 'Balancing Life's Demands' Resources
• Message Notes

Additional Resource Mentions

• Small Group Resources

Connect

• 888-333-6003
• Website
• Chip Ingram App
• Instagram
• Facebook
• Twitter

Partner With Us

• Donate Online
• 888-333-6003