Journeys 1-1-12 New Year's Sunday

Having New Year’s Day on a Sunday really gives us a chance to step back and think about time. Crossing this threshold makes us evaluate last year and dream about this new one. The new year makes us think about reshuffling the deck of our living. If we were ever going to re-do how we do things now is a good time. All resolutions involve letting go of something and taking on something new.

This year I invite you to think back on 2011 and ask, “Where did I see God? Was God present in that event?”

‘Cause you know, most scripture happened that way. Folks looked back and said, “God was there when that happened! I’ve got to pass that on!” Whenever the eternal pops into the present, we see the future in a new way.

What do you need to let go of before you step into 2012? What do you sense God asking you to change about the way you live and process your daily living?

Maybe God is nudging you to spend more time with those who love you. Maybe God is drawing you toward using your gifts in a new way. Maybe God desires to be closer to you on a daily basis through prayer or reading scripture. Maybe God wants you to care for your self more (your mind, body and/or soul) this year, so you’ll have more of your “self” to give away.

Its a discernment process. What may God be seeking in you this year?

Grace & Peace,

Rev. Kelly