I’ve never been one to make New Year’s resolutions. Mostly because I can’t keep them. In the past, I’ve resolved to lose a few pounds, be more organized, work harder on getting rid of clutter. Sad to say most of those resolutions lasted about a week.
For the past few years, I’ve prayed about it and chosen a word that I believe God laid on my heart for the new year.
This year my word is Gentle. Kind of unusual I know, but I want to be gentler in the way I treat others. Listen more without given advice unless asked. Be gentle with those precious things God has entrusted into my care. . .like my family, friends, my writing for Him.
And gentle in the way I respond to those people who would normally upset me. This is my weak spot for sure. It’s so easy to give back to people what they give to you, but this year, I want to treat them gently even when they don’t return the gesture.
I can tell you now that I’m going to fail many times, but I’m hoping to pray about it more. Confess when I fail. Remember all that the Lord has done for me. Treat others as He would like me to not the way I feel they deserve. And pray for those who upset me more.
Tall goals, right? Maybe I’ll update you this year on how my gentle goal is going? We’ll see.
So, what about you? How do you plan to go forth into this bran-new New Year?
Philippians 4:5 5 says, Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near.
Until next time, dear friends, many blessings!
Mary
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