With a New Year comes the hope of a fresh new start. Some of
us evaluate the past year and make resolutions to make this year better than
the last. By now most of resolutions that were jotted down have probably been
pushed aside. Life has an odd way of dishing out the unexpected, and it often
turns out to be a little more than we think we can handle. Of all the crazy things most put on their New Year resolution list, this year it's time to change it up. This year it's time to be honest with yourself and Christ.
Staying consistent in our faith is one of the best and most
foundational things that we can do to be prepared for whatever the New Year has
to offer. Just like a building, our
faith is constructed on a foundation. A foundation that is constructed by
strength from our spiritual life and is sits on the bedrock of Jesus.
Dedicated and consistent time spent with God brings our
lives in line with His plan for us. A
strong foundation starts with an extremely deep relationship with God. There is
no substitute for it. There are no fast tracks and no hacks to get there
quickly. Relationship cannot be completed; it is ever growing, ever changing,
and eternal. Therefore, it must be worked on daily, consistently, and with
intention. God’s success is simply defined by how closely we followed His plan
for our lives.
“For the grace of God
has been revealed, bringing salvation to all people. And we are instructed to
turn from godless living and sinful pleasures. We should live in this evil
world with wisdom, righteousness, and devotion to God, while we look forward
with hope to that wonderful day when the glory of our great God and Savior,
Jesus Christ, will be revealed.”
-Titus 2:11-13
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