Resolution

Well it has been a while since I have last posted.  The Holidays have kept me a little busy, plus I am not meeting with my parish discernment group until later this month or next.  Then I thought wait, this is my blog, I can write about anything, not just my discernment process.  So I have decided to talk about some observations plus a New Years resolution I am going to commit to.  


There is a lot of stress around Christmas, we are always rushing, worrying about getting that particular gift that everyone "needs", wondering if you will travel or stay home, and what will you cook.  Stress does not seem to stop after the New Years; we worry about bills, family, and other daily life issues.  Some of you may not have noticed but I am a bit of a worrier, so I thought the best resolution would be to take those stresses and give those up to Christ.  This is my challenge to all of you as well.  If there is a stress, or you are burdened by worry, give that up to Christ.  Let Christ lead you through the stress and know that he will see you through.  


Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light. (Matthew 11: 28-31)

Here is a good verse out of the Gospel that speaks to this. We need to remember that if we are worried or stressed Jesus will take over for us, as long as we seek him, and the Father in Heaven.  Whenever the burden of life stresses me this year I will read this passage and give up that stress to God.  I challenge you to do this as well.  Remember that God loves us and he will provide for us; all we need to do is go to him.  

So remember that when the burden of life challenges you, turn to God.  God loves us so much that he gave his only son Jesus Christ to die for our sins.  He will not leave us alone in our time of need.  

Have a blessed New Year,

Andrew