Sunday, December 31, 2017

Do your Best




At the beginning of a new year, I am reminded of a simple, comforting truth...


“Do Your Best and God will Take Care of the Rest”


This covers every topic of life. Every decision you make, ask yourself, “Is this my best?”  When I wake up, am I spending those first moments of my day in a way that will benefit the rest of my day? Am I leading my family by example, with love and patience? When I am driving to work, am I being safe and kind? When I am at work, am I giving my job my full focus and attention? When I spend money, am I sticking to a budget and taking care of the ‘needs’ before the ‘wants’? When I am at the grocery store, am I buying healthy choices; am I being kind to others? When I get home at night, am I loving my family, helping my neighbors and friends, making good use of my time? When I see that stranger in need, do I reach out to them to help in that moment? When I go to bed at night, am I giving myself enough time to sleep and recover to prepare for another day?

That may sound like a lot, but if you try you will be surprised to find many benefits. You will have far fewer things that give you opportunity to worry. You will feel better physically and psychologically. You will be healthier. You may never need to buy Rolaids again. This busy season will be simpler to navigate.