I’ve seen so many post about 2023 coming to an end. Some have included a snapshot of ‘23 highlights and lowlights. Some have added vision of what 2024 will bring this year. I have already stated that 2024 feels different… already before it even began my thoughts and feelings around a new year just felt different. I didn’t write out a list of goals nor did I even have a plan for ringing in the year….
Something just felt off. Like I was sitting on the fence about something and this year meant I had to decide. I had to stop putting ‘it’ off for another day. The day, the year has came and now I have to step forward in full faith with Jesus. I have to launch His purpose on my life. 2023 is the close of procrastination on my part! 2024 is the advancement into God’s assignment and building His kingdom!
The Bible App (YouVersion) verse for today is Genesis 1:1 ESV In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth. Seems fitting for January One, it suggests to think about Our Creator. My personal Bible study took me to Jeremiah 2:5 ESV , Thus the Lord says: “What wrong did your fathers find in me that they went far from me, and went after worthlessness, and became worthless?” This scripture Our Creator is asking what fault do we find in Him that we go after things that have no worth, no value?!
I think over the last year and wonder how often God was asking this of me. Why I chose the world over Him? How could I put effort into things that give nothing back to me? That didn’t glorify Him in any way? Why did I not spend my energy building up His kingdom?
This post seems to take on a Debbie-downer vibe but really it’s about finding a new center! A renewed vision on Jesus that brings these life giving opportunities. 2024 will be the year that Jesus is my first and only choice. It’s not only a life giving choice but one that’s eternal!
With that being said- and offering full disclosure, on December 21, 2023 I resigned from my position to fully focus on Jesus and his purpose for my life. I took a step of faith not to wait any longer.
God has waited on me long enough.
Where ever 2024 is taking you, I pray that it is full of blessings and abundance from our loving Father! I pray that fear doesn’t keep you from your path and purpose; that you walk out in full faith and trust in Him. Find your center and step out in boldness. In Jesus’ mighty name. Amen!
Tabi