It’s a new year. Time to look at the old and see how God worked.
My small group at church does something neat. Everyone writes down what they would like to see God do in their life over the coming year, then we put them all in a box until the next year. It’s encouraging to read those hopes for the past year and see how God worked.
I missed putting mine in last year. But that’s okay. God still worked. Obviously, I had a book published last year and all that goes with that.
But heart issues were a different matter. When it comes to personal spiritual matters, I simply treaded water in a lot of ways. I mean, I tried, but my walk often felt stale and bland. But God held onto me even when I didn’t feel like hanging on to Him. I’m still here and God is still good.
As I contemplate next year, I already see God’s hand moving, directing and encouraging. Things are changing inside me. I’m looking forward to how God will change my heart, not just circumstances (although that would be nice). I want to be different when 2015 rolls around. I want to be stronger in my faith and closer to God.
So, as imperfect as my progress usually is, I am thankful that His mercies are new every morning and that He allows do-overs. I have a feeling I will need plenty in 2014!
What are you looking forward to in 2014?
I'm with you in that I want to draw closer to God this year. I want a deeper, more consistent relationship with him. It's such a journey every year!