I have not reached my goal, and I am not perfect. But Christ has taken hold of me. So, I keep on running and struggling to take hold of the prize. Philippians 3: 12 CEV

Our mighty Creator is preparing us for His greatness. He’s not finished working in our lives. He longs for us to faithfully follow Jesus as He guides, provides and opens our hearts to be blessed.   

Sometimes we forget God created us for a purpose. He orchestrates our days and nurtures the desire to know where to go. He tugs at our hearts, longs for us to feel His nudging and find comfort in the presence of His love.  

When we take time to seek Him, Jesus reaches our souls with PEACE. He sets the stage for good to come and provides needed relief. He reminds us who handles our days and gives us STRENGTH to walk where He wants us to go.

God reveals His will when the timing is right. He helps us stay on course. He grows our faith, allows us to witness amazing things and makes us stronger than before. He provides courage to persevere and recognize who takes care of us.  

God will move us in the right direction. He will teach us valuable lessons along the way. If we truly BELIEVE He is with us, EVERY STEP of FAITH will lead us to a beautiful reward. We will find gratitude for who we are becoming because of His great LOVE.   

Dear God, thank you for arming us with everything we need to move in the right direction. You love us through weakness and help us find STRENGTH to persevere. Thank you for knowing what’s best for our lives. You grow our FAITH and allow us to witness what happens when we TRUST in You. Thank you for the MANY ways You bless us.  Thank you for Jesus and His presence of PEACE. You know our hearts! We’re so grateful for Your LOVE. Thank you for having a plan and purpose for our days. May we walk closer to you in the new year ahead and remember YOU are deserving of our PRAISE. Thank you, Lord! Thank you!  Amen