Goals for 2009

I am one of the millions of people around the world that loves to make New Year's Resolutions.  But as I get older, I realize they are just words on a page without a plan.  Isn't that the way life is, we have big dreams, make big statements, but do not think about the steps to make it happen. 

Or we make a plan without going to God first.  So this year, I am going to pray first before making my resolutions.  In fact, I may only make one or two. 

One thing I am definitely doing is a fast to start out the year.  I started this three years ago and it has been life changing.  The key to being successful in a fast is two fold.  First, plan ahead and make sure you have the food you need to succeed for a longer term Daniel Fast.  Even if you are only fast a meal or a day, plan ahead and make sure you have juice, water etc.  Also, pray and ask God to help you and show you what you are to learn.

Also, the Lord is teaching me much more about self discipline and the benefits of being more organized.  The  more complex life becomes, the more this has become necessary for me.  But I want more time and energy to learn God's word, pray and worship more with my family and alone.

So, maybe I can sum up the start to this year.......fasting, planning and memorizing God's word!

Blessings, So what are your resolutions for 2009.