I don't know about you, but I find myself hopeful at the beginning of the summer. Even though I'm no longer a student with the summer off, I still find myself imagining all the good things the season can bring. There's time for staying up late, sleeping in, and catching up with friends. There's swimming, grass to mow, barbecuing, vacations, weddings, fireworks, blockbusters, concerts, and maybe even a little romance if we're lucky. There's so much to look forward to!
This year I decided to write out some "Summer Goals" which quickly became "Summer Guidelines", and then more just like "Suggestions for Summer". My main purpose was to find things to improve me as a person. I won't bore you with the entire list but some of these suggestions are practical, like "Learn to Cook" while some are educational, "Read each week" and "Study the Bible more" and some are more personal challenges like, "Let it go." and "Talk to God more."
It doesn't really matter what I call them; writing down these challenges is a way to keep myself accountable. As I look up at my list each day, I'm reminded to strive to be a better me. After all, it's always possible to be a better version of yourself. I have twenty-three years experience in trying to become a better version of KP and I've found I just can't do it on my own. I must trust in the Lord with all my heart and let him lead me. Most importantly, my focus and purpose for improving must be centered in his truth. That's why strengthening my relationship with God has made the list in more than one way. I hope I can hold up my end of the bargain this summer and beyond.
Do you want to be a better you? Center yourself in truth.
Let's see what we can become,
KP
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| I haz a stick. Summer Pup. |
