2011

Wow! I cannot believe it is 2011, because it seems like only recently my dad and I debated about whether people would say "20-10" or "2 thousand 10". There's a random fact for you. This year I really hadn't thought about resolutions until the New Year's Eve party. A little late, I know. So that night I got home and made my list. Most importantly, I want to focus on spiritual goals. I decided to study one OT book of the Bible each month. I have really failed at studying the Word, and especially the OT. I sometimes forget about all of the important stories and lessons we can find in the OT, so that's why I decided to make it my focus. I am also eager to work on my prayer life. My biggest struggle has always been having a consistent (1 Thess. 5:17) and devoted (Col. 4:2) prayer life. It's so important, and it's unfortunate that I so often treat it as less important than other aspects of Christianity. I would also like to memorize 2 scriptures each month. Last month I did 1 each week, and I'm not sure I will be able to retain (long term) that many if I do 1 every week. I'd rather do 2 each month and spend the other weeks in the month reviewing and making sure I am retaining everything.I believe these goals will strengthen my relationship with God and keep me focused on serving Him.