"At the Well" - Resolutions


This is my first time joining the "At the Well" devotional meme. It is being hosted this week at Laura's Lifesong .

Resolutions


I've learned, a long time ago, that making resolutions such as walking everyday or not drinking soda for a whole year, just doesn't work for me. All of my journals start out with an entry for each day of January and maybe into February, but before long the dates become more spread apart. (There are even gaps in this blog, which hasn't been up a whole year yet.)

I am learning that any change in my life has to come from a submission to the Lord. I have to realize my weakness and His strength. I have to say, "I can't do it, Lord. You have to do it." When I am sincere in my humility, that's when He shows His power in my life.

"I can do all things, through Christ, which strengtheneth me." Phil.4:13


Over and over, as I was growing up, I would think to myself, "I ought to read all the way through the Bible," but I would get bogged down in the geneologies or the laws in Leviticus and never finish. Then a few years ago, an unsaved friend (to whom I had just given a Bible) asked me how many times I had read all the way through. I had to hang my head in shame, saying "Never." It took more than one year, but that regret pushed me to do it, and it wasn't as difficult when read with a heart full of shame, mixed with love for the Lord.

My desire for this year is to memorize more Scripture. I have learned many of the Psalms throughout my life, but not many passages in the New Testament. I want to learn John 15 this year, one verse/week. If anyone would like to join me in this challenge, I am posting a devotional of each new verse on Wednesdays on my blog. My Back Door

When I examine my life, I find that it is most fruitful and productive when it is filled with Christ. As I walk close to Him (praying, reading His Word, singing, being with His people, etc.) I am happier. There is a song in my heart. I want to be a good wife and mother. Housework isn't as much of a chore. I find myself being aware of opportunities to reach out to others around me.

So my "resolution" is for my life to be filled with God's power, so that there is "less of me and more of Him", not just because it is the beginning of a new year, but because I want to shine for my Lord. I know I will fail, but He is patient and forgiving and will pick me up, hold me close, and set me on my feet facing the right direction.

I am resolved to follow the Savior,
Faithful and true each day;
Heed what He sayeth,
Do what He willeth;
This is the living way.

I will hasten to Him
Hasten, so glad and free;
Jesus, greatest, highest,
I will come to Thee.
(by Palmer Hartsough)

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Happy moments, praise God.
Difficult moments, seek God.
Quiet moments, worship God.
Painful moments, trust God.
Every moment, thank God.

6 comments:

Joyfull said...

I can relate so well to starting off great and dwindling down. I also agree with you there is nothing more powerful or productive than learning Scripture. May you be blessed as you absorb and share God's Word this year!

LauraLee Shaw said...

"I am learning that any change in my life has to come from a submission to the Lord. I have to realize my weakness and His strength. I have to say, "I can't do it, Lord. You have to do it." When I am sincere in my humility, that's when He shows His power in my life."

Yes, ME TOO!!! Way to sum it up, Vonnie. You are such an incredible example for younger women, and your sincerity and experience have His wisdom written throughout them. Thank you!

Patty Wysong said...

You really nailed it on the head, Vonnie! I'm the same way, too.
Huggles!

Laurie Ann said...

Starting off and dwindling down...me, too! May this year be the one that we keep growing closer to our Savior and Lord! Great post, and welcome to the well...

DarcyLee said...

Since our strength for anything we do comes from God's Word, what better way than to hide His words in our hearts? You've convicted me on this. Thank you so much for sharing and welcome to the well!

Rebecca said...

"When I examine my life, I find that it is most fruitful and productive when it is filled with Christ. As I walk close to Him (praying, reading His Word, singing, being with His people, etc.) I am happier. There is a song in my heart. I want to be a good wife and mother. Housework isn't as much of a chore. I find myself being aware of opportunities to reach out to others around me."

This is the truth! Thanks for the reminder.

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