Summer Syllabus

Okay, this is a new idea for me, we'll see how this works. I want to encourage all of you to find a way to make this summer productive, whatever that might mean to you. For myself, I have carved out a summer syllabus to try to pace and challenge myself through what I would like to be able to learn and do this summer. I have until August 15th to complete these things, and kind of "grade" my progress :). Here goes...

Scripture Memorization:

Psalm 46

Psalm 91

Isaiah 43:1-7

All powerful passages that are good to be reminded of in tough times. Need to be hid in my heart, not just my Bible.

Reading:

Grace Abounding to the Chief of Sinners – John Bunyan

Pilgrim’s Progress – John Bunyan

Coupled with the Pilgrim's Progress cell group I am hoping to dive into the story of this amazing man, Bunyan, who endured so much for the gospel.

It is Not Death to Die: A New Biography of Hudson Taylor – Jim Cromarty.

Hudson Taylor was another early Baptist Missionary. I am trying to read one missionary biography per year now, so I am looking forward to this one.

Physically:

Run 5 miles a week, some form or fashion.

Evangelism:

Attempt to share the gospel/swing to the things of God with at least one person a week outside of church. Continue developing relationships with people around me who need Christ.

Just for Fun:

Pistol: Life of Pete Maravich (Mark Kriegel)

One of my childhood heroes who still fascinates me. He became a believer later in life, but dealt with incredible demons in his younger years. Probably the greatest skill player to ever play, so this will be the relaxing read for the summer.

There you go, I am now accountable to all of you. Feel free to ask how I am doing in this. Let me know if I can help you figure out how to maximize your summer.