- A public declaration of intentions or principles, esp of a political nature.
It was the prophet Habakkuk who wrote that the Lord instructed him to "write the vision he had seen and inscribe it on tablets, so that the person who reads it may run; for the vision is yet for an appointed time." (2:1-3). Each year I sit down with God in a nice quiet place around November and write out my "manifesto", the things I will accomplish in the coming year. My list has never been less than 5 goals but, no more than 10 for the year. I like the term "manifesto" because it sounds "old" and majestic. It is a proclamation to the world that God has a plan for my life and I am an active participant.
I just finished reviewing the final draft of my manifesto for 2013 and I must say it is very challenging, to say the least. I do not have a clue as to how any of my declarations will turn out, but I do know one thing, "I can do all things through Christ Jesus who strengthens me" and, with that belief, I will endeavor to reach my objectives.
Here are my top 3. (P.S. I will share the rest as the year goes along....gotta have something to write about):
- By this time next year I will be spiritually, physically, and emotionally stronger than I've ever been in my life.
- By this time next year I will be involved in meaningful relationships with people who love me unconditionally.
- By this time next year I will be making 3 x times what I'm making in income.
I encourage you today to sit down with God and write out your manifesto. Pin it up on your refrigerator, wall, mirror........wherever you will see it each day. Allow God to make 2013 the year of your dreams!
