The new year is coming soon, and many like to think about changes they’d like to make; to start afresh. Too often, we fail in our resolutions because we try to break habits in one night, which we developed over the years. May I suggest you post this list below, so it is visible daily?
Prepare for a new start one day at a time.
TODAY …
1. Wake Up! – Decide to have a good day. “Today is the day the Lord hath made; let us rejoice and be glad in it.” Psalms 118.24
2. Dress Up! – The best way to dress up is to smile. A smile is an inexpensive way to improve your looks. “The Lord does not look at the things man looks at. Man looks at outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart.” I Sam 16:7
3. Shut Up! – Say nice things and learn to listen. God gave us two ears and one mouth, so He must have meant for us to do twice as much listening as talking. “He who guards his lips guards his soul.” Prov 13:3
4. Stand Up! – Stand for something, or you will fall for anything. “Let us not be weary in doing good, for at the proper time, we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. Therefore, as we have an opportunity, let us do good…” Gal 6:9-10
5. Look Up! – To the Lord. “I can do everything through Christ who strengthens me.” Phil 4:13
6. Reach Up! – For something higher. “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not unto your understanding. In all your ways, acknowledge Him, and He will direct your path.” Prov 3:5-6
7. Lift! – Your Prayers. “Do not worry about anything; Instead, pray about everything´ Phil 4:6