David has said on more than one occasion that it would be splendid if we would wake up everyday, purposed and ready to reset. Forget the old. Start anew. Go with the day as is, forgetting the cares of yesterday or worries of tomorrow.
The Bible says that God's mercies are new EVERY morning. He has and can and will sustain me with enough mercy for each day as it is given to me. And truly, each is a gift.
How wonderful it would be to wake up, sit and breathe, meditate and pray, and RESET my heart, mind, body, soul, and spirit.
Friday, January 11, 2013
Tuesday, January 1, 2013
2013
Few things offer the promise of a fresh start like the first day of a new year. 2013 is no different.
To each his own. May each of us follow that compulsion to wipe the slate clean, adopt better habits, take on healthier outlooks and make life better.
While we don't dwell on resolutions each year, we do talk about improvement around here on a regular basis.
Yesterday, my 10-year-old told me he wants to be: a better person, nice to EVERYBODY and a good family member and friend. That about sums that up! He already is one of the most kind and compassionate people I've ever met, but even he sees room for improvement.
My youngest said simply, "I want to act better." I love that he himself knows where improvement is needed. Even at 8 years old, he doesn't need me to tell him anything!
I'd say my sons have captured the essence of what our new resolutions are all about. We can't control much (the weather, behavior of others, the coming of death), but ourselves... oh, what potential!
Inspired by my boys' simple desires to be better this year than they were last year, I look forward to all the ways I will be a better me in 2013.
To each his own. May each of us follow that compulsion to wipe the slate clean, adopt better habits, take on healthier outlooks and make life better.
While we don't dwell on resolutions each year, we do talk about improvement around here on a regular basis.
Yesterday, my 10-year-old told me he wants to be: a better person, nice to EVERYBODY and a good family member and friend. That about sums that up! He already is one of the most kind and compassionate people I've ever met, but even he sees room for improvement.
My youngest said simply, "I want to act better." I love that he himself knows where improvement is needed. Even at 8 years old, he doesn't need me to tell him anything!
I'd say my sons have captured the essence of what our new resolutions are all about. We can't control much (the weather, behavior of others, the coming of death), but ourselves... oh, what potential!
Inspired by my boys' simple desires to be better this year than they were last year, I look forward to all the ways I will be a better me in 2013.
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