1. ENTHUSIASM 2/22/16

2. What is Enthusiasm?  Enthusiasm is an intense and eager enjoyment, interest, or approval. A strong excitement about something that you like or enjoy.  Religious fervor resulting directly from divine inspiration. Belief in special revelation of the Holy Spirit  Synonyms: eagerness, keenness, ardor, fervor, passion, zeal, heartily

3. What Does Enthusiasm Look Like?  Children  Dale Carnegie Drill  Basketball Game  Worship

4. What are YOU Enthusiastic About?

5. What Does the Bible Say?  “Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men.” (Collossians 3:23)  “Each one must give as he has decided in his heart, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.” (2 Corinthians 1:3-4)  “ Whatever your hand finds to do, do it with all your might …”.” (Ecclesiastes 9:10)  “ Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you. ” (1 Thessalonians 5:16-18)  “Who is there to harm you if you prove zealous for what is good?” (1 Peter 3:13)

6. Characteristics of Enthusiastic People 1. Be Passionate  Passion fuels enthusiasm! 2. Be Grateful  Gratefulness breeds enthusiasm 3. Be Positive  Enthusiasm cannot survive in a negative environment 4. Be Proud  Talk about it, think about it 5. Be Creative  Enthusiasm generates creativity, and creativity generates enthusiasm.

7. Characteristics of Enthusiastic People 6. Be Proactive  Initiative maintains enthusiasm momentum 7. Be Reasonable  Being unreasonable guarantees disappointment 8. Be Patient  Impatience crushes enthusiasm 9. Be Enlightened  Lean upon the inspiration of the Lord 10. Be Improving  You are getting better and better every day

8. Questions?