January brings a feeling of new beginnings. We usually make resolutions that don't last too long and we go back to the same routine by March. This year I've decided to try something new with my thoughts on change. I've decided to take the entire month of January to determine my course for the new year. I'm reflecting on Proverbs 16:3 "Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and your plans will succeed." and Proverbs 16:9 "We plan the way we want to live, but only God makes us able to live it."

You see, real change can only come from a work of the Holy Spirit. I want to do things differently this year but my flesh will cry out for more of the same.....same foods, same habits, same routine! If I'm going to truly make a change - it has to be something that God has planned and then I have to let Him be in charge of the process. So, here's what I've done so far; I've asked God to show me where I can improve/change in the following areas: spiritual, relational, physical, financial, and professional.

I'm going to pray and seek His guidance in these areas and wait, expectantly for Him to answer and guide me. Only then will I make my plan and begin the process of true, lasting, authentic change. Until then, I'm going to stay in close communicaiton with the ultimate planner - listening and waiting for His small voice. If I listen and obey......I pray this will be a year that I can be used for His Glory in every area of my life!!

Until next time....Live Well!
Tracie