On this first day of January 2012, I woke up with the thought in my mind 'relationship not results'. I have been a Christian since the ripe old age of 4 and can quote Scriptures and apply Biblical principles accurately. I attended Christian elementary school, high school and college. I know the Bible and I know about God. It has been since our family joined the ARMY that I have begun the journey of truly knowing God. The circumstances and unique challenges that military living presents have had me not just leaning but collapsing into God's hands saying "You got this, right???!!!" He always is faithful.
Today I make a commitment to myself that this year will be one of focusing on my relationship with God not just the results I see. No relationship will ever survive let alone thrive without intentional time and energy being invested. It is easier than I want to admit to just pray in conversation as I go through the day (which is part of the 'pray without ceasing') than to sit quietly and engage in His word and the connection of sharing my heart and listening for His guidance.
The oldest of the 5 rascals that lives here had a tongue twist yesterday when asking about New Years resolutions and called them revolutions. It stuck with me. The resolution is pointless unless I am willing and active in taking the revolutionary steps to break out of the ruts that feel so familiar and comfortable. I am praying for this year to also be one of revolution, beginning in my own heart as well as my home, community and country. May I not sit complacently by as life passes me by.
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