New Year

It seems that with every new year, we all set out to make changes in our weight or exercise routine. We may decide that it is time to learn a new skill or work on some unfinished project. The new year seems to provide a new beginning.

I am taking this new year to evaluate where I am and take stock of the good things and then look at the not-so-good things and then seeking to make any corrections needed. I have realized that I can make changes but I can't fix myself.

When I have tried to fix myself, I end up doing things that only last for a time. I am limited on what I can do except to become more and more dependent on Jesus Christ. This is not easy and its not about making external changes. The external changes are truly made when the internal thoughts and mind are transformed into the likeness and attitude of Christ. Only Christ can make true change happen.

I am a follower of Christ. I believe that the Bible is true in all of its teaching. I may not always understand or do what the Bible teaches but it doesn't take away from it being true. Each day I need to grow increasingly dependant to follow and obey the words of the Bible. Yet, I cannot do it on my own. It takes Christ living in me and the work of the Holy Spirit to give the understanding, knowledge and strength to follow His commands.

I pray that 2013 will be a good year for you and me. I hope that we all live godly lives in the power and strength of God our Savior and let Jesus, through the Holy Spirit, make those necessary changes in our lives for His glory and honor.