New Beginnings by Bob Chism, CAM

1. New Beginnings by Bob Chism, CAM

2. New BeginningsFinishing Extremely Well Spiritual Health Physical Health Financial Health Mental Health

3. New Beginnings Spiritual Health In James (NIV), God gives us basic instructions for living a disciple’s lifestyle and leaving a Christian legacy: 1:1 Lead with a servant’s heart 1:12 Persevere under trial 1:22 Study and obey God’s word 1:26 Control our tongue 1:27 Care for those in need 1:27 Guard against worldliness

4. New Beginnings Spiritual Health 2:8 Love others as yourself 2:14 Match your faith with deeds 4:1-3 Pray with faith and pure motives 4:6 Maintain a humble attitude 4:8 Draw near to God 4:15 Make God’s will our will 5:9 Complain about nothing 5:12 Preserve our integrity Source: Pastor Michael Kinsmen, Encore(2007)

5. New BeginningsSpiritual HealthFaith Development Faith is a dynamic concept. Practicing spiritual disciples is liberating. The role of questioning and doubt is normal. It enables community learned ‘religion of the head’ to pass into a personal ‘religion of the heart’. Adult life cycle faith development or changes can occur in young adult, midlife and retirement. While most churches’ focus on the youth before college, it is important to note midlife and retirement are equally important opportunities for conversion and faith development.

6. New Beginnings Spiritual HealthThe Spiritual Disciples Bible and devotional reading Prayer Meditation Silence Journaling Fasting Relaxation

7. New BeginningsSpiritual HealthThe Spiritual Disciples Simplicity Solitude Service Submission Worship Confession Source: Celebrating Disciple (1988), Richard Foster

8. New BeginningsSpiritual HealthFaith Development Principles and Practices Faith is a universal characteristic of humans; it is part of our created nature to be in a relationship with God. • Everyone is created in God’s image and should see themselves In a positive light. Always affirm the value, worth, and dignity of every person. There is nothing we can do to make someone come to faith; faith is a gift from God. • Teach and invite all ages to accept Christ as their Savior. But leave the spiritual work to God through the Holy Spirit.

9. New BeginningsSpiritual HealthFaith Development Principles and Practices It is a normal, natural experience for all humans to be in a quest to know God and be in a lifelong growing relationship with Him. • Conduct a class for new parents. One of the most important things we can do is to help others nurture their ‘Receptive Mode of Consciousness’. The historic disciplines of the Christian faith seems are especially valuable in doing this. • Once a month introduce a new spiritual disciple from Celebrating Disciple (1988), Richard Foster

10. New BeginningsSpiritual HealthFaith Development Principles and Practices We should love people, nurture them, and challenge them, but we must allow God to be the director of their faith development. • Build up, encourage, support, and nurture everyone Faith seems to grow best in community; in relationship with others. • Conduct a retreat. Source: Faith is a Verb: A Workbook (2008), John Aukerman

11. New BeginningsSpiritual HealthWitness Declaration Today I am stepping across the line. I’m tired of waffling and I’m finished with wavering. I’ve made my choice; the verdict is in and my decision is irrevocable. I’m going God’s way. There is no turning back. I will live the rest of my life serving God’s purposes, with God’s people, on God’s planet, for God’s glory. I will use my life to celebrate his presence, cultivate his character, participate in his family, demonstrate his love, and communicate his Word. Since my past has been forgiven, and I have a purpose for living and a Home waiting in heaven, I refuse to waste any more time or energy on shallow living, petty thinking, trivial talking, thoughtless doing, useless regretting, hurtful resenting, or faithless worrying. Instead I will magnify God, grow to maturity, serve in ministry, and fulfill my mission in the membership of his family.

12. New BeginningsSpiritual HealthWitness Declaration Because this life is preparation for the next, I will value worship over wealth, “we” over “me”, character over comfort, service over status and people over possessions, position, and pleasure. I know what matters most and I will give it all I’ve got. I will do the best I can with what I have for Jesus Christ today. I won’t be captivated by culture, manipulated by critics, motivated by praise, frustrated by problems, debilitated by temptation, or intimidated by the devil. I’ll keep running my race with my eyes on the goal; not on the sidelines or on those running by me. When times get tough and I get tired, I won’t back up, back off, back down, back out, or backslide. I’ll just keep moving forward by God’s grace. I’m spirit-led, purpose-driven, and mission-focused so I can’t be bought. I will not be compromised, and I shall not quit until I finish the race.

13. New BeginningsSpiritual HealthWitness Declaration I’m a trophy of God’s amazing grace so I will be gracious to everyone, grateful for every day, and generous with everything that God entrusts to me. I am a radical in the original sense of the word: rooted in Christ, rooted in love, and rooted in his Word. I hereby declare my supreme allegiance to my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. I say this: However, whenever, wherever, and whatever you ask me to do, my answer is yes! I’m ready. Anytime. Anyway. Whatever it takes Lord; whatever it takes! I want to be used by you in such a way that on that final day I’ll hear you say, “Well done, good and faithful one. Come on in and let the eternal party begin!” Signature________________________ Date____________________ (This is only between you and your Lord)

14. New BeginningsPhysical HealthWhat the Bible Say About Our Mind Put your trust in God-Isaiah 26:34 (NIV)You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you. Trust in the LORD forever, for the LORD, the LORD himself, is the Rock eternal. Dwell on the things of God-Philippians 4:8 (NIV) Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.

15. New BeginningsPhysical Health Keys to Aging Nutrition Exercise/Physical Activity Healthy Weight Not Smoking Prevention and Early Detection Faith

16. New BeginningsPhysical HealthNormal Aging Characteristics All 5 senses tend to decline Lung vital capacity declines Physical strength declines Age Spots Skin Elasticity Temperature Menopause

17. New BeginningsPhysical HealthNormal Memory Changes Memory Loss is NOT a Normal Part of Aging Learning Takes Longer Recall May Be Slower Attention is Harder to Maintain Misplacement of Items Minor Disorientation in Unfamiliar Surroundings

18. New BeginningsPhysical HealthImproving Memory Do Something New Challenge your mind-Play games and do puzzles, travel someplace new, take a class, start a new hobby, volunteer, write letters, record your family history and your memories. Source: Adapted from “Finishing Well” by Dr Amy Hanson

19. New BeginningsFinancial Health Stewardship is an essential part of finishing extremely well. Lifetime-God owns all things, we are His stewards. It is important thatwe use our assets to their fullest potential during our lifetime for self, family, business, and charitable interests. Eternity-And at death, we must have arranged for the transfer of our assets in the most efficient and effective manner to individuals or charitable interests who will continue to use them for the Kingdom.

20. New BeginningsFinancial Health Estate Planningis a life time responsibility which includes The Four P’s of Estate Planning and a Family Conference. Your Estate Planning & Gift Guide is available free. Funeral Wishesis a labor of love to give guidance and direction to loved ones when they need it the most by relieving the emotional burden of decision-making and allowing them to support your wishes regarding your final plans. CHAMPS Download Center for Healthy Aging, Ministries, Programs & Services 13271 Millard Avenue, Omaha, Nebraska 68137 402-895-2224 www.champsoline.info

21. New BeginningsMental Health Attitude Relationships Creative Pursuits Legacy Sharing

22. New BeginningsMental HealthAttitude Graduating from/to a Second Growth Creating a Positive Identity Balancing Greater Freedom

23. New BeginningsMental HealthRelationships Spouse Adult Children Grand Kids Aged Parents & In Laws Siblings Church Family Friends

24. New BeginningsMental HealthCreative Pursuits Continued Learning Purposeful Activities Financial Opportunities Encore Career Ministry Vision

25. New BeginningsMental HealthLegacy Sharing Preface to Will [Testimony] Life Lessons Family Stories Sentimental Property

26. New BeginningsAvailable Documents Article Witness Declaration Form Robert W Chism 1513 Eagle Ridge Drive Antioch, IL 60002 847-395-1626 chism.w.robert@comcast.net gonewbeginnings.org

27. New BeginningsAbout Bob Chism Bob is the creator of New Beginnings (gonewbeginnings.org), a personal website dedicated to seeking, sharing, and serving second halfers. He is Certified in Aging Ministries (CAM) by the Center for Christian Leadership, Anderson University School of Theology in Indiana. He is a member of Village Church of Gurnee in Illinois and Christ Together of Lake County Illinois as well as a contributor to CASA Network and YES. Bob had a four decade career in finance& strategic planning, and was a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in Ohio and Illinois. He is a graduate of BowlingGreen and Northwestern Universities. Married 48 years to Karen June Bartel of Euclid, Ohio, he has five adult children, including two sons in laws, and seven grandkids.