tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3512642049971207057.post5828731392538984610..comments2024-02-23T00:48:18.295-05:00Comments on SmallWorld: Word-Filled WednesdaySarah at SmallWorldhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15306137253094526922noreply@blogger.comBlogger8125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3512642049971207057.post-4543676221567411932008-08-22T10:30:00.000-04:002008-08-22T10:30:00.000-04:00Vision is probably the MOST important aspect of an...Vision is probably the MOST important aspect of anything IMNSHO, for without a vision the people perish (cast off restraint). I think it extremely important for any group to have vision and a vision statement can clarify greatly. NOT that I've been very good about it but those who don't set goals or proscribe vision are pretty much guaranteeing themselves failure.<BR/><BR/>However, another problem is poor vision statements, maybe even worse than having none at all. I'm constantly frustrated by groups that either have no vision or have strange visions such as one church I used to be a member of that had the vision of "filling these grounds with buildings". <BR/><BR/>Other questionable visions would be for a church to be "seeker-friendly", "needs-oriented", etc.<BR/><BR/>So, yes, I think vision statements can be very important and probably should be made to be very clear rather than hazy (although general Bible verses can help).<BR/><BR/>Please remember that the Message is NOT a translation but merely one person's opinon and it should be regarded with little import.<BR/><BR/>Actually the homeschooling "movement" as a whole lacks clear vision IMHO. It is great that some like Doug Phillips or Greg Harris have at least attempted vision statements. Ultimately, for Chrisitian homeschoolers, vision needs to center around establishment of a Biblical Worldview from hence all else should flow. I think that Gary DeMar down in Atlanta might be the best source for that vision.<BR/><BR/>Also, check out freebooks.com for plenty of free references that dwarf anything found in the local Christian book stores for meat.Vagabond Recon777https://www.blogger.com/profile/11061995443746268975noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3512642049971207057.post-89171598084097038842008-08-22T09:51:00.000-04:002008-08-22T09:51:00.000-04:00Vision statement, smision statement. That's all w...Vision statement, smision statement. That's all well and good, but how AWESOME it is that J is wearing a Ramones t-shirt in that photo?!! Now THAT'S impressive.<BR/><BR/>Dad2ThreeAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3512642049971207057.post-55611346839347404582008-08-20T22:30:00.000-04:002008-08-20T22:30:00.000-04:00I just love, love, love those verses! Blessings t...I just love, love, love those verses! Blessings to you!Kristihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12631622090059145103noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3512642049971207057.post-37954362992762804822008-08-20T22:19:00.000-04:002008-08-20T22:19:00.000-04:00Starting year 8 here. I have been discouraged and ...Starting year 8 here. I have been discouraged and I just figured out why...I took my eyes off the goal. The goal is for my children to learn to love God and glorify Him forever...Thank you for your timely and much needed post.Amy, a redeemed sheephttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12324661637036868565noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3512642049971207057.post-19530072378569485462008-08-20T21:58:00.000-04:002008-08-20T21:58:00.000-04:00That's a wonderful vision for your family! You wi...That's a wonderful vision for your family! You will make a mark on your children with this as your guideline. We're homeschoolers, too! This is our 14th year and we love it!Marilyn - A Mixed Bouquethttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05101174212562769378noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3512642049971207057.post-82912724262727445222008-08-20T21:27:00.000-04:002008-08-20T21:27:00.000-04:00Wow! Now that's a vision statement!LeahWow! Now that's a vision statement!<BR/><BR/>LeahLeah Courtneyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10812333478201076333noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3512642049971207057.post-46185448790000068652008-08-20T20:40:00.000-04:002008-08-20T20:40:00.000-04:00I love these verses, bless you.I love these verses, bless you.Denisehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09275456448997619944noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3512642049971207057.post-54717192399935380052008-08-20T16:10:00.000-04:002008-08-20T16:10:00.000-04:00Great verses. Thanks for visiting my blog.Great verses. Thanks for visiting my blog.Jenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17452626776404143974noreply@blogger.com