12 SEEDS LEADER LIBRARY
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IDEALS
Values and Models of Excellence

In our relationship with Christ, we hold Him up as the model of a strong and vibrant relationship with our Father, God. He shines as a way to excellence for each of us. In our relationships with others, ideals help us stay focused on the best God has for us and for each other. Ideals help fill our need to focus on higher things. When ideals are missing, respect for truth suffers, and our lesser nature takes over. A practical application of the seed of Ideals is shown when we govern our choices by our ideals.
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"Whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right
whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable,
if anything is excellent or praiseworthy - think about such things."
                                                                                      - Philippians 4:8


SCRIPTURE LIBRARY
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​Scripture Study Sheet

This study sheet has a brief description of the seed of Ideals, plus Scripture references related to that seed. Also has room for participants to write notes about each reference.

The study sheet comes 3-up on a standard 8.5" x 11" page - just download, print out and split into three strips (approx. 3 5/8" wide each by 8.5" high.)

If you're leading, you'll find the Leader's Reference Guide (shown below) helpful. 
​Leader's Reference Guide

This guide has Bible references and brief descriptions of each passage for the seed of Ideals.

Very useful if you're leading a study or discussion. Also, it's a helpful tool in personal study. 

This 8.5" x 11" reference sheet works well with the 3-up Scripture Study Sheet, highlighted above.

12 Seeds Bible Study

This Bible study helps you learn practical ways to love God and others in your group, at home and elsewhere.

Each study lesson includes two 8.5" x 11" sheets. The first page contains the lesson for the seed of Ideals. The second sheet is provided for extra notes or journal entries.

​Scripture Poster

This poster can be used in discussion groups, break rooms, home schools or Sunday school classes.

It contains the definition of the seed of Ideals, plus the theme verse and two additional Bible verses. 

For more emphasis, copy the poster onto brightly colored paper.

APPLICATIONS LIBRARY
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5 Things Every Leader Should Know About Ideals
Simple reminders for
values-oriented leaders

Leaders are in a prime position to positively influence many relationships for the benefit of their organizations and each person involved.

Values-oriented leaders seek to build Ideals in their organizations and in their personal lives.

Ways to Apply the 12 Seeds

This sheet suggests ways to apply the   12 Seeds personally and with others. It can be used with the seed of Ideals as well as the rest of the 12 Seeds. 

This introductory page lists some general suggestions for application of the         
​12 Seeds personally, in your family, in small groups, and in staff or team meetings.

If you are leading, you may want to start with this overview sheet before using the 5 Habits page below.
Ideals - 5 Habits 

This page includes prayers, thoughts and attitudes, words, actions and discussion questions to help you apply the seed of Ideals personally or with others. 

One way to use this page is to distribute it as a handout to help stimulate discussion in a small group setting.

​Note the discussion section at the bottom of the page.

​LifeSkills for Growth

LifeSkills for Growth journal pages enhance your study of the 12 Seeds
book. These 2-page 8.5" x 11" sheets include questions to help better understand and apply the seed of Ideals. There are also spaces to write about experiences and progress made by dating journal entries. These pages can help to clarify thoughts, track progress and set goals for the future.
Growing in Love

This discussion starter has the seed of Ideals as it's theme, with a brief story related to the seed. It is a half sheet (5.5" wide by 8.5" tall) printed on both sides. 

This can be used as an ongoing reminder of the seed after a complete study of the 12 Seeds book. Distribute any way you wish: as a bulletin insert, study sheet for a class or discussion group, handout when visiting people, etc. There's room at the bottom of the second side to add your own notes.

Printing suggestions: Growing in Love comes front and back side-by-side on a full sheet. We recommend printing out on an 8.5" x 11" full sheet, then printing the front and back again on the other side of the paper. Split the sheet in two to yield two double-sided half sheets.

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POSTER LIBRARY
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Inspirational Posters

These posters feature the seed of Ideals and are full page, 8.5" x 11".

Download and post them on bulletin boards, refrigerators and elsewhere to help plant this seed in the minds of people you care about.

You can also download to your computer or mobile device.
Watch for more tools that will be added for this seed!