Can you believe it? 2008! You know what that means…I graduated from high school 30 years ago. I guess I have to quit saying, “A few years ago when I was in school…” For those of you who are mathematically challenged – yes that means I’ll soon be 48. That means I’m middle-age. I said that to someone the other day who responded, “Yeah, you’re just now middle-age if you’re planning on making it to 96, otherwise you’ve been there for awhile pal.” That was a former friend.
Of course a new year brings with it new challenges and goals. I don’t really do resolutions but there are some things I hope to accomplish (these are in no particular order):
• I hope to convince my doctor that round is a shape.
• I hope to do better with diet and exercise.
• I hope to pay more attention to those around me.
• I hope to demonstrate greater sympathy and compassion.
• I hope to be more vocal in letting others know they are loved and appreciated.
• I hope to be a better husband and father.
• I hope to grow in my knowledge of God and His Word.
• I hope to become more like Christ.
• I hope to be a better preacher and pastor.
• I hope to be a better friend.
• I hope to win the lottery (I’m just kidding on that one).
• I hope to do my part to see that this is the best year in Trinity’s history.
One thing is certain; if I’m to actually do any of these it will demand the grace of God. Setting goals and striving is one thing, but understanding my “fallenness” and need of God’s grace is everything! Here is to a new year full of promise and adventure. Let’s seize it together by God’s grace.
Rod