Resolute in 2011

What have you determined to be resolute in your life for 2011…? According to one website, the top 10 new year’s resolutions are: 10) reduce stress; 9) spend more time with family; 8) perform some volunteer community service; 7) get more education; 6) find the love of one’s life; 5) get organized; 4) lose weight; 3) save money; 2) get fit: and 1) stop smoking or drinking. While these are indeed worthy resolutions for the New Year, you will notice that they are all focused on temporary gains rather than things eternal.

In addition to those typical resolutions like the ones listed above, can I challenge you to make some changes that will have great spiritual impact on your life and perhaps those around you. Some thoughts to consider… 10) invite a neighbor, friend or coworker to a church event this year; 9) live out a life of gratitude; 8) commit to practice an act of kindness everyday; 7) be faithful with tithes and offerings; 6) make equipping class and worship attendance a true priority for your life and for your family; 5) get involved in a ministry outside of Sunday morning worship; 4) find a ministry in which you can serve others 3) take a moment to pray every day; 2) read a portion of scripture every day; and 1) share the gospel with at least one person this year. If we desire to see significant spiritual changes in the lives of those around us we must first be willing to make significant spiritual changes in our own life.

Pastor Ray