Happy New Year!

Dear Readers,

I apologize that this post is a day late--but I couldn't get the server to work!

But, all in God's time, right? Maybe some of you were busy worshipping the Lord and spending time with family yesterday--I was (but I did try several times to get the server to work in between).

So, yesterday, I was talking with my niece, nephew, and my own children about priorities. We talked about New Year's resolutions--it turns out that three out of the five set goals (I didn't ask one of them so not sure there). We talked about how to set "good" goals and SMART--specific, measurable, achievable, realistic, and timely.

I have always been good about setting and reaching goals--2024's New Year post listed my New Year's Resolutions and I reached them all! Mind you, there were specific writing goals that didn't happen because my publisher went out of business, but everything under my control--I did. I even read 144 books (so far!)!

However, my Bible reading this morning was titled "Uncharted Waters."

The key thing is, no matter how clear our goals or how hard-working we are, God's plans are the best. He has promised that he will instruct us (Psalm 32:8). He has plans for you (Jeremiah 29:11), but we must choose to follow (John 7:17).

So, this year, I wrote down my resolutions, but most of all, I am going to listen more--no hurrying to pray or journal and get it done. I will sit and wait, knowing the creator of the universe delights in his children and want us to follow.

Now, may the Lord bless you and keep you, may he shine his face upon you, and give you peace.

Have a happy, peaceful 2025!!

PS. Share below any goals, bible verses, or affirmations you might have for 2025!