10. Do everything for the glory of the LORD
And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him. Colossians 3:17
9. Forgive each other in order to nix conflicts before they get out of hand
Bear with each other and forgive whatever grievances you may have against one another. Forgive as the Lord forgave you. Colossians 3:13
8. Pray, even over the smallest decisions or situations
“Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you. For everyone who asks receives; he who seeks finds; and to him who knocks, the door will be opened.” Matthew 7:7-8
Pray continually. 1 Thessalonians 5:17
7. Maintain a positive attitude in all situations
I can do everything through him who gives me strength. Philippians 4:13
6. See the worth in everyone and seek to understand why people are the way they are instead of judging them
”Do not judge, or you too will be judged. For in the same way you judge others, you will be judged, and with the measure you use, it will be measured to you. Why do you look at the speck of sawdust in your brother’s eye and pay no attention to the plank in your own eye? How can you say to your brother, ‘Let me take the speck out of your eye,’ when all the time there is a plank in your own eye? You hypocrite, first take the plank out of your own eye, and then you will see clearly to remove the speck from your brother’s eye.” Matthew 7:1-5
5. Seek peace with everyone in every situation that arises.
Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. Colossians 3:15
4. Prepare as much as possible and then trust the Lord to lead you and your team.
Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight. Proverbs 3:5
3. Be an example and model of faith. Be assured, the nationals, both believers and non-believers, will be watching you.
Follow my example, as I follow the example of Christ. 1 Corinthians 11:1
2. Be an encourager to the national Christians and your fellow team members.
We sent Timothy, who is our brother and God’s fellow worker in spreading the gospel of Christ, to strengthen and encourage you in your faith. 1 Thessalonians 3:2
1. Commit all your plans to the Lord
Commit to the LORD whatever you do, and your plans will succeed. Proverbs 16:3
