Proclamations

     Okay, so we all have a similar type of ritual this time of year.  Christmas has passed.  Yet, the beauty of the season resonates with us all year.  We start making plans to take down all of the breathtaking decor that went up probably as early as Thanksgiving.

  We then think about another new year that is soon to come.  Many of us begin making resolutions.  These are pledges that are made every year - and usually they are quite similar for everyone.

  The most famous of these is to lose weight.  Yet, instead of losing weight, we most likely gain several pounds.  Perhaps, what we should do is forget about resolutions.

  Instead, let's concentrate on a new concept.  This concept is proclamations.  What are these you might ask?  Well, it is a plan of action and purpose, all grounded in a relationship with the Lord.

  This is the most important gift in life is it not?  If we don't have a relationship with the Lord, where would we be?  We would be without hope and purpose.  

  So, our first step is to ground our proclamation decree with a stronger bond with our Heavenly Father.  It is our desire to expand our connection with His love and grace.  After that, then we seek His purpose.

  We pledge ourselves to Him and proclaim how we can grow and develop under the guidance of His great power.  This can include weight loss.  However, it would be guided by His hand.

  Now, just think how more successful you will be when you have this plan!

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God bless you all!