I believe one of the most applicable answers to the faddish question "WWJD?" is Luke 2:52. It answers the question of what Jesus was busy doing between the first Christmas and his own baptism: "And Jesus grew in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and men."
New Year's Resolutions aren't usually made resolutely. They usually last a week, or a month if we've got a lot of will power. I certainly have never really taken them very seriously. Let's face it, if we were truly determined to change in a certain area, we wouldn't wait until January 1st to start the task. Any change worth making is worth making now.
But, today, New Year's Day IS now! Every Christian should be firmly determined to grow as a person with each new year. I think a good way to make intentional plans for personal growth is to apply Luke 2:52 by looking for ways to grow in the same 4 areas Jesus grew. So over the next 4 days I'll be sharing some ways I hope to grow like Jesus in 2007.
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you continue to amaze me, matthew rose. i wish all Christians had your fervor and dedication to this life pursuit. it's a great blessing.
ps: the job continues to go well. unlike you, i now have an excuse to stay up until 2 in the morning. :)
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