Here we are at the last Sunday in 2010. Hard to believe, isn’t it? If we all took time to reflect on the year that is almost past, I suspect we could all come up with quite a list of both joys and challenges. It might be a good idea to do just that … take some time to reflect and make a list. What things has God carried you through? Which experiences warmed your heart? What outcomes are you still wondering about?
I suspect that some of those experiences overlapped. Sometimes the things that begin as challenges are also sources of significant joy. Maybe the joys come from a kind word or a warm hug … just when you needed it most. Perhaps you sensed God’s presence and the care of His people in a special way during a time of trial. Or, maybe you’ve seen God provide in a way you didn’t expect. If you take the time to look to see where God has been at work, you might be surprised. However, if you don’t take the time, you may miss something significant.
Here’s a few more questions to ponder: What life lesson(s) have you learned this year? Is it something you learned about yourself? Is it something that strengthened your walk with God? How might that lesson (or those lessons) impact the coming year?
I know that 2010 has been a challenging year for many. There may have been times you even wondered how (or if) you were going to make it to 2011. But, 2011 is almost here. A new year brings new possibilities. Let’s head into it with a sense of hope for what could be. While we may not know what lies ahead, God does, and He’s already preparing you for it. Through it all, remember to praise God for His faithfulness … He will never leave or forsake you (Heb. 13:5)!
In His grip,
Pastor Decker
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