Goodbye 2020, Hello 2021. It may seem early to be discussing the new year but we are mere 9 weeks away or to make it sound sooner only 2 months away. Preparing for the new year shouldn’t start the day after Christmas. This episode gives tips on how to walk into the new year prepared for what God will be doing in your life.

We know that our old sinful selves were crucified with Christ so that sin might lose its power in our lives. We are no longer slaves to sin. For when we died with Christ we were set free from the power of sin.”

‭‭Romans‬ ‭6:6-7‬ ‭NLT‬‬

The Bible tells us to cast our cares on God because He cares for us but sometimes we choose different avenues to deal with life’s issues. We all have something that we run to when life just starts becoming a little too much. We all have something we turn to when we want to escape our reality. Figuring out that thing -your vice- will help you get past it so that you can work on turning to God instead.

This year has been nothing short of unexpected but what has been expected is the mud slinging on both sides of the campaign trail. It’s election time! Whether you’re democrat, republican or you support the Green Party. When voting we should always seek out the wisdom of God. As Christians, we can’t vote with our feelings but we must be obedient when following the Holy Spirit.

Jesus showed us many examples of his love for children. As parents I think it’s very easy to push our children to excel in this earthly life but I think it’s time for us to look at our children the way God does. He died for them too and helping them discover who God called them to be rather than push them into what the world defines as success should be our priority. Never forget, your family is your first ministry.

COVID, Job loss, Propaganda, 2020 has had its up and downs. This transitional season of my life has reminded me that God has been working wonders on my behalf. I may not see it in the moment but He is always with me and has never failed me. God is not a dead beat dad. He provides for His children through and through.

God wants us to spend quality time with Him. Have you found that you’re missing His presence? Try making time for God and show Him what you’re willing to sacrifice to be with Him.

Sometimes we have a tendency to focus our prayers on ourselves and our own situations. I encourage you to expand your mind past your own situations and spend some time seeking God on behalf of others.

Sometimes we don’t have the Faith level we need to get through the day, week or month not to mention a year and thats okay. God is BIG! It’s okay to acknowledge where you are and move forward. Encourage yourself and believe in the God that made miracles happen in the Bible. He hasn’t forgotten you. He loves you and He’s here for you. It’s okay to not be okay but only for a little while.

Is your anxiety caused by pride? God opposes the proud and shows favor to the humble. Humility is understanding that God is bigger than your problems and that He’s the one in control. Humble yourself and let God lead.