Stop Painting Circles: Goal-Setting That Aligns With God’s Path - Tim Bell

Ever feel busy and productive—yet unsure what you’re actually aiming at? In this episode of Extending Branches, Dr. Mike Courtney sits down with Christian life coach Tim Bell to talk about why goal setting isn’t just another performance checklist, but a way to ask honest questions: Who am I becoming? What matters right now? Where is God inviting me to grow?Using the classic “Charlie Brown bullseye” illustration, Mike and Tim unpack how goals can bring focus, hope, and forward movement, especially when you start with small, realistic steps. They discuss SMART goals (specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, time-bound), the importance of counting the cost, and how accountability with a coach can help you stay faithful to what God is building in your life.Extending Branches is a biweekly podcast from Branches, a nonprofit dedicated to helping people recover hope, find healing, and experience growth through Christ-centered mental and emotional care. Thanks for joining us! You can find us online at branches.org.