The New Year is upon us.  This is a time to reflect and make resolutions.  I have heard the definition of a New Year’s resolution is a to-do list for the first week of January, but that certainly is not the intent.  The idea of resolutions is good – we wish to be better.

A problem with most resolutions, besides that we often give up way too early, is that they are very self-focused.  We often put things down like losing weight, eating better, reading more, and breaking a bad habit.  These are good, but maybe our resolutions should be more outward focused. 

What about focusing on God more?  If we would open ourselves to His presence and direction, through Bible reading, prayer, and meditation, only God knows how much that would change us.  We need to go through life every hour of every day expecting to experience God with us.  We need to rely on His power to flow through us, and His wisdom to guide us.  We can enjoy God, rely on Him, and draw close to Him and let Him work in us.

Speaking of enjoying God, what about celebrating Jesus more?  We should take time to celebrate what Jesus has done for us.  As Christians, we have a hope and a future that is brighter than bright.  We should sit with Him just to enjoy His love, and we should sing and dance in His presence.  Ask Jesus to put a song in your heart to sing back to Him.

As we focus on God and enjoy Jesus, what about sharing that love and enjoyment with others?  The love of God is meant to be shared; it is healthy only when it is shared.  Tell people the story of what God has done in your life.  Tell people what you have seen and heard.  Invite people to enjoy Jesus along with you.  You know someone who needs an invitation.

I am asking God to do this work in you.  By His grace, put forth the effort to connect to Jesus.  Draw near to Him and let Him do a great thing in you.

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