“Commit thy way unto the Lord; trust also in him; and he shall bring it to pass.” — Psalm 37:5
Lesson
What You Will Learn
- Create a 90-day re-entry career plan
- Choose a Bridge to Opportunity certificate track
- Celebrate completing the Foundations Core
Lesson Notes
Why 90 Days?
The first 90 days after release are the most critical and often the most stressful. A written plan reduces overwhelm and helps you, your family, and your supervision officer see progress.
Plan Structure
- Days 1–7: documents, supervision check-in, housing, bank account, church connection.
- Days 8–30: job search daily, applications, interviews, budget in action.
- Days 31–60: employment, emergency savings, certificate coursework.
- Days 61–90: stabilize, review goals, give back.
Choosing Your Certificate
Meet with your advisor to choose your certificate based on your gifts profile, career research, and calling. Your choice can be revisited, but choosing now gives your next season direction.
Celebrate
Finishing the Foundations Core is a real accomplishment. You have built digital, communication, financial, leadership, and career skills. God has begun a good work in you.
Key Terms
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| 90-day plan | A written plan for the first three months after release |
| Milestone | A checkpoint that shows progress |
In-Class Activities
Advisor Conversation
Meet with your advisor to discuss your top certificate choices. Write your final choice and your advisor's notes.
Then and Now
Look back at your Module 1 Gifts and Skills Profile. What has changed? What will you carry into your certificate?
Assignment: Final Project Submission
Submit your 90-Day Re-Entry Career Plan and Career Portfolio (see the Final Project section).
Graded with the Final Project Rubric.
Reflection Journal
Psalm 37:5 says commit your way to the Lord and He will bring it to pass. As you finish the Foundations Core, what are you committing to God? Write a prayer of commitment for your next season.
Prayer focus: Commit your way to God and thank Him for all He has done through this program.
Weekly Reading & Devotions
The First Ninety Days
The first 90 days after release are the most critical and often the most stressful. A written plan reduces overwhelm and helps you, your family, and your supervision officer see your progress.
Days 1–7: documents, supervision check-in, housing, a bank account, and connecting with a church. Days 8–30: job search every day, applications, interviews, and your budget in action. Days 31–60: employment, starting an emergency fund, and certificate coursework. Days 61–90: stabilize, review your goals, and begin giving back.
This week you will also choose your certificate. Let the choice come from your gifts profile, your career research, and your sense of calling. It can be revisited later, but choosing now gives your next season direction.
Finishing the Foundations Core is a real accomplishment. You have built digital, communication, financial, leadership, and career skills. Look back at the woman who started BTO 101, and see how far she has come.
Commit thy way unto the Lord; trust also in him; and he shall bring it to pass (Psalm 37:5).
Think About It
- What are your top three priorities for your first week home? ______________________
- Which certificate did you choose, and why? ______________________
- What is your prayer as you finish the Foundations Core? ______________________
Daily Devotions for Week 8
Commit Thy Way
Commit thy way unto the Lord; trust also in him; and he shall bring it to pass.— Psalm 37:5 (KJV)
Your 90-day plan is your part. Trusting God is His invitation.
Reflect: What are you committing to God?
Pray: Lord, I commit my way to You.
Do: Pray over your 90-day plan.
A Good Work Finished
He which hath begun a good work in you will perform it until the day of Jesus Christ.— Philippians 1:6 (KJV)
God is not finished with you. He will complete what He started.
Reflect: What good work has God begun in you?
Pray: Lord, thank You for finishing Your work in me.
Do: Write how you have grown in the Foundations Core.
Thoughts of Peace
For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the Lord, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end.— Jeremiah 29:11 (KJV)
God's plans for you are good. Your future has hope.
Reflect: What hope are you holding?
Pray: Lord, thank You for Your plans for me.
Do: Share your hope with a classmate.
Go in Peace
Thy faith hath saved thee; go in peace.— Luke 7:50 (KJV)
Jesus sent a forgiven woman out with peace. As you step toward home, go in peace.
Reflect: What peace do you need as you go?
Pray: Lord, send me out in peace.
Do: Spend quiet time receiving God's peace.
Sent Out
Here am I; send me.— Isaiah 6:8 (KJV)
You are being commissioned, sent out with purpose to your family, workplace, church, and community.
Reflect: Where is God sending you?
Pray: Here am I, Lord; send me.
Do: Write a commitment prayer for your next season.
Module Quiz
- 1.
Why plan for the first 90 days?
- 2.
Which belongs in Days 1–7?
- 3.
Your certificate choice should be based on:
- 4.
A written plan can reduce overwhelm after release.
- 5.
Name two milestones you want to reach in your first 90 days.