1. SPF Technique Spiritual, Physical/Emotional, and Financial Wellness

2. INTRODUCTION Life is full of various activities that tend to keep us going from dawn to dust; and many times, we find ourselves just going through the motions of everyday tasks. Often times, we feel that there is something missing or that our lives are incomplete, but we cant place our finger on exactly where the problem lies. Life is full of various activities that tend to keep us going from dawn to dust; and many times, we find ourselves just going through the motions of everyday tasks. Often times, we feel that there is something missing or that our lives are incomplete, but we cant place our finger on exactly where the problem lies.

3. Scriptural Support Colossians 4:12 states: Epaphras, who is one of you, a bondservant of Christ, greets you, always laboring fervently for you in prayers that you may stand perfect and complete in all the will of God. Colossians 4:12 states: Epaphras, who is one of you, a bondservant of Christ, greets you, always laboring fervently for you in prayers that you may stand perfect and complete in all the will of God. It is Gods will that we are whole and complete, with Him being the center of all that we do. Though we may never reach completion, we should continue to strive for it in Jesus name! It is Gods will that we are whole and complete, with Him being the center of all that we do. Though we may never reach completion, we should continue to strive for it in Jesus name! One should strive for balance or completeness in all areas of their life; Spiritual, Physical/Emotional, and Financial Wellness. One should strive for balance or completeness in all areas of their life; Spiritual, Physical/Emotional, and Financial Wellness.

4. Programs Goal 1) To assess the strengths and weaknesses of the individuals wellness in their lives 2) To encourage changes in ones lifestyle to increase growth in the areas of weakness and 3)To provide resources for spiritual, physical and financial wellness.

5. Spiritual Wellness Spiritual wellness refers to integrating our beliefs and values with our actions. A sense of purpose, direction, and awareness are important. Realizing what beliefs and values we possess, take some thought and discussion. The first step in developing spiritual wellness is to examine your own beliefs: such as religion, faith, community service, diversity, and tolerance, then discuss these beliefs with others, meditate, spend time and act in a manner congruent with your values and the guidelines set forth by the word of God.

6. Physical/Emotional Wellness Physical/emotional wellness is demonstrated by the overall fitness of an individual. It encourages principles of good health and knowledge, which can affect behavior patterns; that can lead to a healthy lifestyle. Overall physical/emotional wellness is a combination of many factors, including genetics.

7. Financial Wellness Financial wellness is essential, if you are to live abundantly (with or without wealth) and at peace. Key points to staying financially well include: creating a financial budget, self discipline and restraint when it comes to money matters, future financial plans, the need for legal documentation in relationship to ones finances, and good/bad credit.

8. Partnership Component The Partnership Component is designed to aid the participant in creating a support group to encourage follow-through in the life- balance program. The Partnership consists of a three-member team with you serving as the team captain. This Partnership Component is to serve as an evangelism tool to those that may be saved or unsaved; church goers or non-churchgoers.

9. Partnership continued: The team captain will explain the SPF Technique (according to the booklet) to the other team members and give them a copy of the booklet. Each person will take the assessment for all categories and discuss the areas of improvement for each person, per category. The team captain will explain the SPF Technique (according to the booklet) to the other team members and give them a copy of the booklet. Each person will take the assessment for all categories and discuss the areas of improvement for each person, per category. The team members will encourage one another in the areas in which they need to improve. The team members should discuss the goals on a weekly basis (i.e. in person, telephone conference, or via email). Each person will reassess their level of wellness once per quarter (every three months). The team members will encourage one another in the areas in which they need to improve. The team members should discuss the goals on a weekly basis (i.e. in person, telephone conference, or via email). Each person will reassess their level of wellness once per quarter (every three months). Once the other team members have been trained, they can create an SPF Team of their own. Once the other team members have been trained, they can create an SPF Team of their own.

10. Assessment TotalsWellness Scoring 41 or more - Excellent 41 or more - Excellent Your habits are enhancing your health. 21 to 40 - Average Effort is being made, however access what can be improved. 21 to 40 - Average Effort is being made, however access what can be improved. 20 or less - Below Average 20 or less - Below Average There is room for improvement in your daily habits. 3Always/Yes 3Always/Yes Every time; on every occasion Every time; on every occasion 2Regularly 2Regularly Usually; ordinarily Usually; ordinarily 1Often 1Often Many times; frequently 0Never/No 0Never/No Not ever; at no time

11. Examples Spiritual Wellness Assessment Spiritual Wellness Assessment Sample A Physical/Emotional Assessment Physical/Emotional Assessment Sample B Financial Assessment Financial Assessment Sample C My Wellness Plan My Wellness Plan Sample D

12. Sample A SCORE SPIRITUAL WELLNESS ASSESSMENT I have a belief system that is based on the foundation (bible) of God. I believe that Jesus is the Son of God, died, and rose again from the dead, for the sins of all mankind. I believe in the Holy Spirits guidance and direction in the actions of my life. I participate in spiritual worship activities (i.e. Church) with people who share my beliefs. I participate in spiritual study activities (i.e. Sunday School, Bible Study) with people who share my beliefs. I study the word of God in my private time. I pray and meditate in my private time. I have a sense of meaning and purpose in my life. I am willing to forgive others and myself. I freely give to others through ministry, mission and/or charity. I witness to others, my belief in God. I tolerate others freedom to believe what they want, once I have shared my witness of God. My spiritual beliefs, ethics, and morals provide guides for my life. I attempt to grow spiritually in my understanding, my study, and my works. I look for and work toward balance.

13. Sample B SCORE PHYSICAL/EMOTIONAL WELLNESS ASSESSMENT Do you participate regularly (three times a week or more) in a vigorous physical activity program? Do you eat a well-balanced and wholesome diet, and follow healthy eating habits? Are you satisfied with your current level of energy? You do not smoke cigarettes, cigars, or a pipe? Are you satisfied with your ability to relax? Are you generally free from illness? Do you use stairs rather than escalators or elevators whenever possible? Do you generally get adequate and satisfying sleep, and wake up refreshed? Do you follow recommended preventive health practices (i.e. self-examination and/or annual medical/dental checkups)? I am striving to maintain a network of supportive family, friends, and social contacts. I take interest in my community and my environment. I am accepting of diversity in others and myself. I am able to resolve conflicts in all areas of my life I am willing to seek help from others. I am capable of expressing my feelings appropriately.

14. Sample C SCORE FINANCIAL WELLNESS I contribute tithes and offerings to my spiritual worship facility (Church). I live beneath my means. I pay off my credit card balances. I have six months of living expenses saved in a savings account. I have written a will and had it notarized. I minimize the taxes that I pay to the Federal and State government. I seek wise counsel when it comes to money matters or investments. I participate in company sponsored savings plans at the maximum levels of investment. I plan out all my major expenditures. I educate myself in the area of money matters. I have a budget and I live by that budget. I have insurance (i.e. Life, Health, and/or Dental) coverage. I have a financial plan for my children (future childrens) education. I have a savings plan for my retirement. I have a savings plan for my retirement. I own property instead of renting. I own property instead of renting.

15. Sample D WEEKLY WELLNESS PLANNER My Wellness Plan (Date: ) Priority Level Wellness Type Action Step (High, Moderate, Low) S, P, F (The action taken to improve your level of wellness per type.) (High, Moderate, Low) S, P, F (The action taken to improve your level of wellness per type.) SUNDAY MONDAY MONDAY TUESDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAYSATURDAY

16. Conclusion God creates balance. As you complete your work with the SPF Technique, you should have an appreciation of how God balances our lives. In His first words to mankind, He demonstrates the example of balance by creating a heaven and an earth. He desires that we strive for that same balance in our lives. Although our wholeness will not be complete while we are on this earth, we grow closer to Him during the process. God creates balance. As you complete your work with the SPF Technique, you should have an appreciation of how God balances our lives. In His first words to mankind, He demonstrates the example of balance by creating a heaven and an earth. He desires that we strive for that same balance in our lives. Although our wholeness will not be complete while we are on this earth, we grow closer to Him during the process.

17. Conclusion continued The goal for this program was one that would aid in the pursuit of balance or completeness in the areas of Spiritual, Physical/Emotional, and Financial Wellness. The assessment of your wellness, the goals that you set, as well as any partnerships that you may have made during this journey, hopefully, led to an altering of your lifestyle that brought you closer to Gods will for the rest of your life. This journey only ends when we join Him. The goal for this program was one that would aid in the pursuit of balance or completeness in the areas of Spiritual, Physical/Emotional, and Financial Wellness. The assessment of your wellness, the goals that you set, as well as any partnerships that you may have made during this journey, hopefully, led to an altering of your lifestyle that brought you closer to Gods will for the rest of your life. This journey only ends when we join Him.

18. Conclusion continued Gods will is that we stand perfect and complete in Him. The Bible is our primary guide and as this booklet is a supplemental guide; both stress the importance of our spiritual, physical/emotional and financial wellness in Him. Gods will is that we stand perfect and complete in Him. The Bible is our primary guide and as this booklet is a supplemental guide; both stress the importance of our spiritual, physical/emotional and financial wellness in Him.

19. Conclusion continued If we follow the guides that God has given us, we will be VICTORIOUS! If we follow the guides that God has given us, we will be VICTORIOUS!

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