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Tables of Contents for A Compact Guide to Balancing Your Life
Chapter/Section Title
Page #
Page Count
Acknowledgments
9
4
Introduction
13
8
THE MEANING OF BALANCE
Defining Balance
21
32
Some people I know seem almost perfect---is perfection another word for balance?
23
3
Is balanced living the same as feeling satisfied?
26
2
Does balance mean feeling in harmony with the world around me?
28
3
Some people say balance comes in the small things---is that true?
31
2
Is a balanced life the same as being fulfilled?
33
2
Isn't balance at least partly just your attitude or perspective of things?
35
2
Does authenticity have something to do with balance?
37
2
What about gratitude and thankfulness...don't they have something to do with living a balanced life?
39
4
Is balance the same as contentment?
43
2
So, get to the point already---what is balance?
45
8
FINDING BALANCE IN GOD
What Does the Bible Say About Balance?
53
22
In general, what does the Bible have to say about balanced living?
54
2
According to the Bible, what role does humility---a humble attitude---have in living a balanced life?
56
2
What does Scripture say about serving God, and how does that relate to balanced living?
58
2
Does Scripture indicate that serving others has a place in living a balanced life?
60
1
According to Scripture, why do suffering and struggle have to be a part of balancing life? Why do I have to experience pain?
61
3
What does Scripture say about finding comfort when life seems out of balance?
64
2
What specifically does Christ say about living a balanced life?
66
3
How does my relationship with God play into feeling balanced in life?
69
1
Does prayer play a role in feeling balanced?
70
5
BALANCE FROM BELIEVING
Why Do Things Seem Out of Balance?
75
24
Why is it so easy to feel discontent?
76
4
How does a sinful nature---a fallen world---prevent me from having a sense of balance in my life?
80
3
How do my own sins hinder me from finding balance in life?
83
3
How does my response to suffering and struggling affect my sense of balance?
86
3
Do bad habits, addictions, and other negative behaviors affect how balanced my life feels?
89
4
Every time I think about better times in my life, I realize how out of balance life seems right now. How can I deal with those memories of ``the good old days''?
93
6
THE PRACTICE OF BALANCE
Going After Balance
99
28
Can I achieve balance in my relationships? Can other people help me find balance in life?
100
6
What about finding balance in what I do---my actions, my work, and so on?
106
1
How do the media and the culture affect how I view balance?
107
3
What's the role of community and church in helping me find balance?
110
1
I've heard a lot about accountability. Do I need a friend or group to help me seek balance?
111
3
What about celebration? Doesn't celebrating life's little victories bring balance?
114
2
What about spiritual disciplines---can they help me find a sense of balance?
116
11
BALANCE IN YOUR LIFE
Seeking Balance in Your Own Life
127
36
How can I prioritize my life in order to find balance?
129
3
Is it okay to say no sometimes? What if I want to say no to a good cause?
132
3
How can I find balance in my work?
135
7
How can I find balance in my leisure time?
142
2
How can I be satisfied with my physical appearance?
144
1
How can I be satisfied with my mind and mental capacities?
145
3
How can I be satisfied with my money and possessions?
148
4
How can I manage my time better?
152
2
How can I find balance in my relationships with members of my family?
154
2
How can I find balance in my friendships?
156
7
BALANCE IN THE EVERYDAY
Living Out Balance Every Day
163
10
Express gratitude
164
1
Be content
165
1
Serve others
166
1
Endure suffering
166
1
Defat sin
167
1
Stop negative behaviors
168
1
Deepen relationships
169
2
Practice accountability
171
1
Celebrate victories
171
1
Set priorities
172
1
Appendix Personal Exercises
173
12
Notes
185
4
Author
189