It is 2013 already. Last year the clocks ticked faster than it seems they have before, and time flew. Every year goes by quicker and with more haste than the last. But regardless, here we are, the beginning of a new year. New Year's Day is a special day because it symbolizes more than just a new year. It's also a chance to start over. To make this a better year than the last. New opportunities, new experiences, and new people all will flood in with a new year. New Year's resolutions are what people strive for to make this year better than the last. But we all know just how long those last. Why is it that something we desire to do to make our life better is so easily broken? Many people resolve to exercise more, but food is so delicious. Some people resolve to make more money. But in that desire they end up spending more than they should. The list goes on, but very few people actually keep their resolutions. I'm not huge on resolutions, because there is a sense of failure if you don't complete your resolution. Resolutions can turn into a chore. That's why this year I'm resolving to not have a resolution. Instead, I'm going to have goals. Goals are like prizes. Goals take work and effort, but the payoff is huge. Goals are hard to reach, but they are fulfilling. This year, instead of trying to resolve things on your own, ask God what goals you should set for 2013. With His help these goals can be achieved. But it will require work. It will require dedication. However, if you are willing to give your best, willing to put in the work, God can help you accomplish the goals you set for yourself. To help get started, here are a few tips for setting goals in 2013.
-Think realistic. Some goals won't happen in a year. Think of goals you know you can accomplish and work toward them.
-Ask God. Ask God what plans He has for you. You will accomplish your goals if God is calling you to accomplish them.
-Don't give up. Goals are hard to reach, but the reward of accomplishing them is fulfilling, so don't give up.
-Read the Bible and pray. These should go hand in hand with reaching goals. The Bible is spiritual energy for our lives, and should be the driving force toward our goals. Prayer is such a vitally important part of the Christian faith. We can talk to the Almighty God, and ask Him how to accomplish things.
-Enjoy the journey. Goals will take hard work and dedication, but that doesn't mean they can't be fun. A goal is like a long road trip. There are many stops along the way, there are boring fields and interesting towns and cities. So take your time and enjoy the journey toward your goals. Who knows, God may teach you more on the journey, then when you reach the destination.
What are your goals for 2013?
