I love the start of a new year.  Something about the year flipping feels like a clean start; a new slate; a do-over; a mulligan (for you golfers.)

There have been some years, I desperately needed a fresh start. 

During those tough years, (and since) I’ve asked the Lord to give me a fresh word for the new year. A word of hope.  A word of encouragement. 

He has graciously answers when we ask with simple faith.  Let me share some example:

• “But one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind I press toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus.”  Phil 3:13-14

Another year it was:

• “Nevertheless, there will be no more gloom for those who were in distress.”  Isa. 9:1

I received a note yesterday from a KGM Team Member.  Let me share her words:

Save the Date:  FRIDAY, January 17, 2013
Iron Sharpens Iron Luncheon
I must admit, it’s much more fun attending than being responsible for the message.  However, it’s a topic I’m very passionate about.  Hope you can come! More details later in the week.

General Session: 
One Woman; One Family; One Generation
Making a Difference in YOUR Corner of the World

 
Shout out to the girls of Elizabeth Baptist.  It was a joy being with you Saturday.  What a great way to start the new year.  Thank you for your welcome and your receptive hearts.

ALSO – SHOUT out to the ladies of White Lake Baptist – April Johnson’s group.  (This group has completed both Intimacy with God and Created for Purpose.   They traveled 45 minutes+ on Saturday to attend this conference.)  THANK YOU for your presence.  Thank you for your support and kind words.  All to Jesus!  You were an encouragement to my heart.  Keep keepin’ on!

I resolved to keep my stress level low and did not send out Christmas Cards.  I loved each card I received.  I will be praying for your families.  Happy New Year!