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by Cathy Baker
Happy New Year’s Eve!
To close out 2014 in the blogosphere, I decided to share ten things I’ve learned this year. Hopefully, I learned more than ten (ha!) but it was first come, first serve in the memory bank so here goes (in no particular order):
Actually, it’s because of Emily P. Freeman that this post exists at all. The idea originated on her site, Chatting at the Sky. Emily’s book, A Million Little Ways, remains at the top of my all time fave books.
Another favorite author is Lori Roeleveld. Her recent release, Running From a Crazy Man (and other adventures with Jesus), forwarded by Jerry B. Jenkins, is a must read for those who are serious about putting the gospel on display. (It’s 1.99 on Kindle right now!)
2. Every choice I make either moves me closer to my goals or draws me
further away from them.
When I consider my self-talk at the brink of an unwise choice it often goes like this: What difference will one frappe make in the big scheme of things? Truth is, that one frappe does make a difference. Every single time I say “no” to an unhealthy choice I’m actually saying “yes” to my goal of becoming healthier.
I love number 7. God loves me, period. Not because of what I've done or what I can do, but just because He does. That is wow. And what we need to believe/ know.
Amen, Tim! Thanks so much for sharing. I hope you and yours have a very blessed 2015.
See you next Thursday!
I'm a fan of #7 too, Cathy. And it's been a privilege to pray with you through some of these lessons. You're a treasure, and I'm praying 2015 is your best year yet!
I'm a fan of #7 too, but I've recently discovered some wonderful freshness in #10. No need to be so uptight as a Christian. God can indeed redeem it all. Blessed new year Cathy
Susan, it's a privilege to call you friend. Thank you for coming alongside many times to pray for specific needs. I look forward to seeing what God has for us in 2015, and I'm thankful we can share in it together.
Happy New Year! A big warm hug from SC is coming your way. 🙂
Marcia, thank you for sharing, especially about #10. I debated whether or not to use it but I sensed a peace, mainly because it is true. 🙂
Happy New Year to you, my friend! I look forward to seeing you next Thursday.