We’ve all acquired patterns of behavior that form the basis of our daily routines. But what happens when our daily routines are suddenly changed? After spending a year embracing uncertainty, how do we start to move forward?
The beginning of 2021 is the perfect time to reset our minds, look closely at our habits, and prepare our hearts for what God is going to do next.
Here are 5 ways to do that:
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- Set aside time with God every day.
You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart.
Start rebuilding healthy habits by making time with God your top priority. When you prioritize time with Him, you allow Him to renew your mind and change the way you think.
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- Fix your eyes on Jesus
Keeping Jesus at the center of your life will help you lay aside anything that might easily entangle you, and eventually, this practice will change the way you live.
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- Remember Whose you are
You are not your own, for you were bought with a price. So glorify God in your body.
Everything you’ve sacrificed this past year will never compare to the ultimate sacrifice God made for you. So when you begin to grow discouraged, remember that God is eternally invested in your life. Your future is in the hands of Someone who loves you, and He wants you to become the person He created you to be.
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- Start small
Growth takes time, so just pick something small you’d like to change, and start there. Consistently doing one thing well will make it easier to master other habits later. And if you miss a day (or five), give yourself grace. Starting small makes it easier to pick yourself back up and keep moving forward.
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- Invite others to join you
As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another.
We weren’t meant to go through life alone. You’ll find it easier to stay on track if you invite some friends to join you on your journey.