HHHMM, so it is a new year and I am contemplating what resoultions I would like to make. There is the famous weight loss plan, the exercise plan, the new Bible in a year plan, the plan to speak kinder and softer, the plan to call home more and complain less. I remember previous years that I resolved to change. There was the year I resolved to answer everyone with a kind smile, that lasted and hour. The year I thought I would begin running, that lasted 5 months! The year I decided that I would get back into my wedding gown (as if I had some use for it .) The year I resolved to be a happy homeschool teacher, I did great for 3 hours. Oh, the year I decide to always answer my husband with full agreement no matter what he said (you can imagine how long I lasted on that one.)
I can look back on many failed attempts at change, but I can also look back on many changes that have taken place in my life, not because I resolved to change, but because He decided to change me. I am not who I was even 2 years ago. Though I am very aware of the sin that still resides in me, I am also aware of the temptaions that no longer plaque me. He is our deliverer and redeemer. So, I guess as I look forward to 2007 I resolve to look for the power of God around me and to watch for His fingerprints in my life and in the lives of those I know. If I can keep this one resolution to watch for His work, then at the end of 2007 I will be able to say that I know Him more.
Tuesday, January 02, 2007
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