Tuesday, December 31, 2019
Good morning, Jesus.
Lord, I’m reflecting on the year as the hourglass runs down on 2019. Did I make mistakes? Boy, did I! Was my obedience contributing to the personal successes in my life. Absolutely. Lord, when you took me into your kingdom did you think I’d tax your patience to the max? But I’m still a work in progress. Reveal what areas of my life are not 100 percent under your Lordship. Show me how you want to change me in 2020. Help me evaluate my mistakes so I’ll not make them again in the new year. You know how frustrated I get when I fail to reach a goal I’ve set. You would never heap the self-condemnation I put on myself, and that’s because I’m operating in my own strength and not relying on your Holy Spirit for help. When I ask your guidance, you’ll show me what I’m to aim for this year, things that are achievable and will increase my faith and bring you honor. But one thing I desire. Like the shepherd king David desired, like the prophet John the Baptist proclaimed, “more of you (Jesus), less of me.”
Lord God, may our friends and family see the breakthrough they’re seeking this year. It may be healing and recovery from an illness, overcoming a lingering addiction, learning to love all over again, being more patient with people, or forgiving those whose offenses still fester within our soul. Show us how to be a better friend. Open our eyes to see the humanity in those not like us. Without doubt, we share a common thread we can agree on. We pray our prodigal love ones will come home to you this year, that our prayers for their salvation and restoration have not been in vain.
We’re excited what you’re gonna do in 2020, Jesus. Amen.
THANKFUL 
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