Christmas is over, and a new year is about to begin. 

As this year ends we are all looking forward to a wonderful new beginning. My family has always been close, but going through this experience has made us even closer. God used everything we went through as a family to grow us in ways we may never have done any other way. And, even though it has been tough, and our faith has been tested in ways we never expected, I know that God’s plan is still perfect.

My friend’s pastor recently gave me a word from the Lord that has continued to resonate in my spirit. He said that I did not have to stick with tradition. I don’t know why, but it’s like that word freed my spirit. What that said to me was that I do not have to do things the same way my parents did, or anyone else for that matter. I can do what works for me, and if no one else agrees…that’s okay. I love that! God doesn’t want us to be so locked into anything that we can’t switch gears when we need to. If nothing else these last couple of years has taught us flexibility.

I usually make a list of things I would like to accomplish in the upcoming year, but this year I am determined that I am not going to do it. I usually have at least one, and then half-way through the year I realize that my resolution has fallen by the wayside. So, this year I am not going to put that pressure on myself. And I pray that you do the same. Start a new tradition…one that makes you happy.

The next time we meet we will be in a whole new year. I pray that God continues to bless you and keep you. That He shows you a deeper level of faith in Him, and that in this new year every dream, every vision, and every desire will be yours for the taking. 

Wishing you and your family a Happy and Safe Prosperous New Year!

Until next time…

Be blessed!