Words

So, we have arrived in 2009. Somehow 2008 went by with hardly a blink. Yet so many things are about to change. I don't even feel like this is a "new year" since everything new will come in a few weeks.

But one thing "new" is my desire to follow along with a blog that is reading through the Bible in a year. I think that others reading along and asking questions is a perfect motivation for me. I think that it will help me to stay accountable to my desire. I know many things are coming my way which could derail me and distract me. But I know I need to stand firm and continue.

For some time, the words that go through my mind are "satisfied in obedience" and I think I am living that out now. I am walking in obedience. I trust that I will be satisfied, content and at peace knowing that I have obeyed. Even if my feelings don't "want" to cooperate.

Now, my new words are "breathing and grieving." I think those are the two things I will have to walk out with. Like, I cannot expect more of myself than God expects of me. Right now, He is leading me through that valley of grief again. Once again, I know I won't stay there forever. I know God will later use the strength I gain in the valley. I simply need to walk through. I am so thankful that I am not required to be or do more.

Anyway, I needed to start writing again. Mostly, I hope to write about some of the things God is sharing with me through my readings. But I may share some other random stuff.

Gracias.