Wow, January has come again. Do you hit a point in your life when you choose not to think what the year ahead could behold? Do you realize you are not invincible and life will happen to you, regardless. Perhaps, you have your year mapped out. How things will go and what you plan to accomplish with a nice and neat time chart. You have your goals..desires..and agendas. The question could be, which one is right? Do I simply let my life unfold before me? Do I have goals and dreams I wish to accomplish? Do I set out to make those things happen? Where does God fit into this picture? What are His plans for my 2012? In my opinion, the answer is yes.
Living a life of faith is holding to the fact that there will always be the unknown. Areas of our lives where we have no control and situations present themselves upon us. We don't have all of the answers. However, God continuously guides, speaks, and directs our steps. He will give us dreams, speak truth to our hearts, and lead us on His path if we choose to follow. Seeking His plan is not always easy. The road is sometimes bumpy and the path might just have to be cleared. But, His word is clear and His way is truth.
So as the new year begins to unfold there is a mix of excitement, joy, and uncertainty. What adventure ever begins by knowing each and every detail of your journey? You are given a map to follow and the true journey begins only when you take a step. The excitement comes on the path. Each and every circumstance will contain details, joys, struggles, and triumphs. Enjoy the journey! Listen to your guide, follow the map, and rest in His guidance. Don't be surprised if your path hasn't been traveled before, each of our journeys are unique....scripted by the hand of our maker. Happy New Year!
