2015...This May Be the Year!

2015...A new year with new possibilities! We have a chance to meet new people, try new things, set new goals, accept new challenges and live another year for Christ. I hope that as we begin this year we are ready to accept all that may come with it. Since we know that Christ is always with us and He can do all things, we can do all things if we have invited Him to come along.
I have several goals to reach this year, but I almost don't want to let y'all in on them. Why is that? I just had that eerie feeling...Do I reallywant to let everyone in on my plans? I guess I fear telling everyone because that would totally commit me to these goals. I don't want extra pressure to succeed. I am fearful of failure. Wow, that says a lot! Don't we all have these feelings? Being firmly and totally committed to something or someone, I'm afraid, is something we seldom see anymore. Young people jump in and out of relationships like they were on a pogo-stick. As soon as some challenge arises...boom...let's ditch! Adults jump from job to job 'cause the boss "hurt their feelings." Parents pull kids out of a school 'cause there's a "bully" who might damage their little ego with his threats. I really don't want to be cast into that arena. As Christians we are called to be leaders...leaders with "guts." Leaders who despite the goings on of the world around us, we stick to our beliefs. Christian leaders who as the commercial of TV puts it.."are comfortable in their own skin." If we really are being Christian, we should be moving ever closer to Christlike ways...and that takes conscious effort since there are so many societal challenges facing us. OK...God, I hear you! I feel your strength. I know what the song says, "Take my Life and Let Me Be Consecrated Unto Thee..."
OK Here goes with the goals:
1. I will find ways to kickstart our men's group!
2. I will develop better strategies to get more members involved in church.
3. I will blog better and more frequently.
4. I will work with others in the church to help them with their goals.
5. I will continue to be a listening ear for those who need someone.

I started to hedge again and write "I want to" but I will MEANS I am committed.
Wish me good luck and be sure to pray for me. :)