New Year, New You

“He must become greater; I must become less." John 3:30

The theme of newness and starting anew is prevalent the first month in January as you embark on yet another chance to get a fresh start or a do over in life. You know there are things you need to leave behind that drag you down and cause wrong thinking. You also probably know there are things you need to start incorporating into your daily life. 

One of the things that probably could use tweaking in many lives is spending time alone with God. The first part of the year is a great time to have a DAWG day which stands for ‘day alone with God’ and for those in warmer climates this may be easier than for people where it is 20 degrees or lower. This is a day or half day where you go somewhere other than your home where distractions abound, and take a notebook, a Bible, a pen, thermos of coffee and just spend time with Jesus. Put your mobile device away or turn it off so as not to distract.  Local parks are good but stay safe by all means. 

During this time where you get alone try singing praises to God. Write your thoughts about your day. Have sincere meaningful prayer time. Don’t allow other things to distract you. Make a list of things burdening you that need to be let go. The idea is to be alone with God not thinking about everything else. Why not try to schedule your DAWG day as soon as possible. 

PRAYER: Lord I love you and I want you to increase in my life. I don’t want to just give you lip service. I need time to ponder areas in my life that need adjustments made. Help me make this a priority. In Jesus’ name. Amen.