For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.
Jeremiah 29:11
The heart of a man plans his way, but the Lord establishes his steps.
Proverbs 16:9
I was recently reading an article about New Year’s resolutions and the effort that some revelers expend/or not/ to attempt some level of success in fulfilling them. Looking back a year or two, it would seem that many would strive for inherently optimistic resolutions that would project hope. That hope might therefore be the motivating factor that helps us press on to take action. And where might that hope be rooted? My reading brought me to what I felt was a perfect jumpstart to a new year, a new list of resolutions and an everlasting, ever faithful answer. See if you agree!
Hello. Welcome to Flight #2022. We are prepared to take off into the New Year. Make sure your Attitude and Blessings are secured and locked in an upright position. All self-destructive devices should be turned off at this time. All negativity, hurt and discouragement should be put away. Should we lose Altitude under pressure during the flight, reach up and pull down a Prayer. Prayers will automatically be activated by Faith. Once your Faith is activated you can assist other passengers. There will be NO BAGGAGE allowed on this flight. The Captain (God) has cleared us for takeoff. Destination GREATNESS!
With God as our pilot, how can we go wrong?
Gracious and merciful Father, as we forge into a new year with optimism and hope, help us to become more mindful of Your presence in everything we do and in everywhere we go. Help us intentionally become a better servant that looks more like Jesus.
It is in Your name we pray. And all God’s people say Amen.
Barbara Schneider
