Well, it's finally done. For better or worse, I have put my philosophy of ministry down on paper. Now the real work begins. Now I get to answer questions like: How does my philosophy inform my actions? What do I need to do to fulfill my philosophy? What do I need to cut out of my ministry and life to act on my philosophy? How do I communicate my philosophy in a way that others can understand? The questions go on and on, but I'm excited to see how God will work through it. The thing I do know is that I am called to be transformed into the likeness of Christ and that it is possible (though rare) for that to happen in this lifetime. I don't believe one has to wait for heaven to be transformed because I don't believe God gives us commandments we can't achieve. Throughout the New Testament we are called to transform our lives. The book "Renovation of The Heart" by Dallas Willard has had a huge impact on me. I am challenged and inspired. Transformation will not be easy. I will not and do not like it much of the time. However, if I want to be the woman God created me to be, I must do everything in my power to transform each part of my being. I sincerely hope that some day when others look at me, they don't see the messed up, shell of Jana Goebel. I hope they see the radiance of Christ and the power He can have over one's life. So, I continue to journey and struggle knowing I will never have all the answers and may not reach my goal this side of heaven. But then again, who truly understands what God can do?
If you'd like to read my PoM and see how these thoughts impact the way I do ministry, I'm happy to share.
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