Rule of Life
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Rule of Life
In our complex world we often live complex lives. This regularly causes our schedules to define us rather than us defining our schedules. The Rule of Life is a simple tool/resource to help followers of Jesus map out their lives and commitments and make sure they are making space for the things that truly matter and bring them life!
HEALTHY RHYTHMS FOR FRUITFUL LIVES
Daily
Weekly
Monthly
Once a Semester
PRACTICAL IDEAS
Rest
- consistent sleep patterns
- weekly Sabbath
- exchange screen time for being in nature, physical activity, journaling, creativity, books/podcasts
- consider limiting digital consumption
- morning quiet time
- block of time where nothing is planned
Remaining in Jesus
- Reading/Digesting Scripture
- Prayer (individual and community)
- regular personal time with Jesus
- worship music
- weekly sabbath
- Focus on Fridays
- being part of a church (simple church or local church)
- spiritual disciplines like fasting, silence, solitude, etc
- day trip to St. Meinrads for retreat
Work (school, job, organizations)
- regular and consistent study time
- boundaries for social media/entertainment consumption
- evaluating balance of school work, student org involvement, and job in light of relationship with Jesus
- regular sleep patterns
- tithing
Gospel/Hospitality
- meal with friends who are not yet believers
- prayer walking
- Common Table/Open Table
- consider an SCF/Church mission trip
- attend another student org event to meet people you don’t know
- invite someone into a discovery group
Community
- attend Focus/Post Focus
- be a part of a 3/3rds group
- be a part of a church (simple church or local church)
- CHAT partner
- regular fun times with friends
- Sabbath
- build friendships with people who are different than you
- healthy communication with family