New Years

Dad:   You want some desert?

Me:     Nah, one of my new year's resolutions is to
          have more discipline

Dad:   Yeah, but it's not the new year yet!

Me:     Okay I'll have desert


Mom:  This year we're gonna do it Japanese style
          and clean up the house before the new year

Me:     Japanese style? But you're Chinese..
          What's the Chinese style?

Mom:  Do nothing.

Me:     What's the Korean style?

Mom:  Eat kimchi.

God,
Please help me. God I need your wisdom and guidance. Restore me, lead me, teach me. Help me make good choices and to listen to your will. Abba Father, have your way with me. I surrender all to you. Your grace is sufficient. And in my weaknesses, may you be my strength. May you be glorified. Help me to step outside of my comfort zone. Give me clarity, direction and peace. Empower me. Give me the courage, confidence and self-discipline to be my best self. Help me to trust you more. Fill me with your love and joy. Thank you, Amen.