New year, new you. There’s nothing new about that phrase. In fact…it’s getting kind of old. I had a new thought about it though as I took a walk this morning, this first day of 2026. I was reminded to focus on the new me. The new me who, upon believing in the work Jesus accomplished by his death on my behalf, was recreated in rightousness and holiness.
…put on the new self, which in the likeness of God has been created in righteousness and holiness…
So, in case you’ve landed in failure and frustration at all other attempts at being a new you in a new year, I encourage you to redefine the meaning of that tired New Year’s phrase. Let’s “resolve” to keep our mind’s on our spirit, at who we’ve been made, and let the change we’re all striving for be change not from the outside, but from the inside out.
…if anyone is in Christ, he IS a new creation…
Good Friday…aren’t you thankful for what we commemorate this day? I’m forever grateful to God for His sacrifice…for taking the wrath due me on that cross those many years ago.
Encouraging others is one of the things I care about more than nearly anything. I desperately want people, you people, to know your value…that you rock people’s worlds with your hospitality, your art, your listening ear, your ability to make people laugh.
I did a lot of reading this year. It was one of my intentions for 2014 since the previous year was seriously lacking in that department. With the year coming to a close today I decided to share my favorite reads of the year. The list included fiction and non-fiction, young adult, classic, biography, and of course a book about books which is double pleasure.
Emily Freeman is hosting her What I Learned link up again this month, one of my very favorites. The great thing about this link up is all the additional things I learn by reading others’ posts…outstanding blogs I wasn’t aware of, not so trivial trivia, fun facts, inspiration, and so much more. Head over to