2013
– Reflection & Celebration
- As the year draws to an end many people think about
making improvements to their lives. Most of the “New Years
Resolutions” are short lived. True changes don't come from will
power but seeking God and the power He provides for us in the
sanctification process. The following exercise is helpful to me not
only to focus on the future but also being grateful for the
blessings God has given to me during the past year. A receiving
heart is a grateful heart that quickly points to the graces God has
extended to us. Join me in reflecting and celebrating!
1. Reflect and Celebrate
Look through your calendar or journal. What are some of the highlights and accomplishments?
- Write down one success for each month
- What breakthroughs did I experience? Thank God for each of them!
- 2. Learning
- What did I learn about God?
- What steps forward did I take?
- What values did I live out?
- 3. Hard but good
- What losses did I experience?
- What disappointments did I encounter?
- 4. Looking ahead
- What goals would I like to achieve?
- What new skills would I like to acquire?
- How would I like to experience change in myself over the next year?
- What spiritual gift do I want to focus on and grow in?
- Do I need to unlearn a habit or behavior?
Enjoy what God has done in your life this past year and even more so enjoy Him who loves you! "Merry Christmas and a blessed New Year!"
