Reflections on My Life Experiences

The following represents a series of questions intended to explore the experiences that have contributed to the unique design God has created within each of us.  Briefly respond to each question.

Which of the following describes your family life as you were growing up?

(consider the following that best matches your experiences)

 A “Leave It To Beaver” Rerun (traditional family)

The Original “Home Alone” (latchkey kid, absentee parents, etc.)

The “Brady Bunch”  (blended family)

Grandparents in Charge

Single Parent Home

The Work-a-holic Home

“Animal House” (leisure, play time)

The “Addams Family” (strange and bizarre)

The Dysfunctional Nightmare

Other:  _______________________________________

Which of the following best represents your religious background as you were growing up?  (you may select more than one)

Pentecostal / Charismatic

Catholic

Mainline Denominational (Methodist, Presbyterian etc.)

Baptist

No Formal Religious Background

Other __________________________

Share in the space provided ONE of your most significant life experiences based on the four general descriptions (difficult, relationship, achievement and ministry) highlighted earlier in this session.  It may include the death of a parent, an experience on a short-term missions trip, a change in jobs, a divorce or other significant experience that has influenced the formation of your Christian character and ministry interests.

A Rewarding Ministry Experience . . .

A Gratifying Personal Achievement Experience . . .

A Touching Relationship Experience . . .

A Tremendously Difficult Life Experience . . .

Send your answers to this page to your instructor:  roxy@asof.org

Subject: Session 1: My experiences