The new year is begun. We entered it not by our choice. The “march of time” is forced upon us. Come what may, we have begun the journey of another 365 days, 52 weeks.
CELEBRATE WHAT WAS WITH THANKSGIVING .
Not with New York City ball drop, but with watch-night church groups.
CONTEMPLATE WHAT WILL BE WITH PLANNING FOR PROSPERITY.
Not planning vacations full of frivolous spending, but planning for involvement in productive projects.
CONSECRATE YOURSELF FOR THE GREATEST POSSIBLE RESULTS. "Seek first the Kingdom of God and all things will added unto you!" The first challenge of the new year from our assistant pastor was, "Are you ALL IN FOR JESUS?"
Being "ALL IN FOR JESUS" results ultimately in what is best for me also. Are you CELEBRATING the past – are you CONTEMPLATING the future - are you ready to CONSECRATE yourself for a prosperous new year?