As one year ends and another year is about to begin. As a Sunday school, we may look back on the past year with pride or regret. You may lament over past failures and argue over who was at fault or proudly survey evidences of new growth and praise those responsible. However, none of these will produce positive results in the New Year. Neither feelings of regret nor reflecting on success accomplishes anything beyond the momentary satisfaction of a pity party or a victory celebration.
Action is the necessary ingredient to moving forward as the New Year dawns.
Responsible members of the Sunday school may take the following steps toward action with positive results in the year ahead. Seek God's guidance as you set goals for your Sunday school as a whole or for your class. Take time to think things through. Never rush impulsively into ideas for campaigns or projects. Talk about the needs and the areas of weakness in your Sunday school or individual class.