January 1, 2021, and here we go! I love this morning; it’s almost like Christmas all over again because I get to crack open my new morning reading materials for the coming year. I love the sound, feel, and smell of brand new books and crisp, clean paper.
From as far back as my memory goes, books, paper, pens, and pencils of all kinds have been a passion, so it’s no wonder I have a world full of them. I also understand that sharing quiet time every moment with our Lord, my nose stuffed in the Bible and a couple of devotionals, pen and note pad in hand, is part of my DNA and comes easily.
On average, it takes more than two months before a new behavior becomes a habit; this also hinges on one’s commitment. I would encourage you to consider setting your alarm clock one half an hour earlier each morning. Get up before the rest of your household. Grab a cup of coffee or tea and quietly share some time with your creator; it’s incredible the peacefulness it brings your morning and starts to your day.
Today you may be beginning another resolution or two; remember that you and only you can change a habit. You should always pray that the Lord gives you the strength and drive to follow through and stay on track with your goals for the New Year of 2021.
Philippians 4:13 NLT “For I can do everything through Christ who gives me strength.” Pray, Repeat, Pray, Repeat as many times as needed!!!
Tyndale has a One Year Bible that I highly recommend; it has daily readings in the Old and New Testament along with Psalms and Proverbs. Along with the Bible, I am reading Jill Lowry’s “Be Still” devotion and Elle Claire’s “Hello God it’s Me” devotional/journal. For Christmas this year, I gave my daughter, Joyce Meyers, “Quiet Times with God and Trusting God Day by Day and for my sons, “The One Year Daily Moments of Strength: Inspiration for Men.”
The commitment is easy, just half an hour, to make changes in you and your spirit. The peace and joy that bubbles from a quiet well within. Our spirits were always intended to commune with Gods spirit. It’s a new year, give it a shot! I think you’ll be pleasantly surprised.
Be blessed today, try and be a blessing and thank you for being here with me this morning. 🥰
Sunshine On My Shoulder 