Happy New Year! This past year was full of highs and lows, but looking back - we were very blessed and have nothing to complain about. My Daddy has always said that there will always be someone who is in worse shape than you are - so we should be thankful that our problems are what they are - my Daddy is a wise man who also always had a half full glass!
We usually spend the last evening of the year as a family of 2 plus the baby dogs - quiet, peaceful, watching a little TV, going to bed early. This year, we had the priviledge of sharing it with family that we have just begun to know. It was nice to share a good meal, to laugh, share pictures, stories, and learn more about each other. We may have just started a new tradition! Thanks B, B, and D for spending the last evening of 2012 with us. We had a great time!!
As I was reading in a new Beth Moore devotional book this morning, I was reminded of two things: the awesome blessing of praying scripture and the power of prayer. I firmly believe that we should 'pray without ceasing', but something our pastor mentioned Sunday again hit home - we should pray as if we were having a conversation with God - just talking to Him. My devotion this morning said that He wants us to talk to him - He already knows our thoughts, desires - but He wants us to 'tell' Him. I believe that God will reveal to us opportunities, His Word, His desires for our life - if only we will 'talk' to Him. Conversation is a two-way street!
I hope your new year is off to a wonderful start. May you be healthy, happy, and blessed in the days to come.
