FIND YOUR FIT..............

Dear Friends, 
Here we are at the beginning of another year. Don’t you wonder how we got here? It seems like the years go whizzing by at an astounding speed. I’ve always loved the New Year because it offers a fresh start, a new beginning, new goals, God surprises, challenges and an opportunity to reflect on the past year and offer thanks and gratitude to our all faithful God. How about you? What beckons you as this New Year begins?What and where do you need inspiration in your life right now?Inspiration literally means “drawing in of breath”; it refers to divine influence understanding that the breath of God is needed for us to live, to be enlivened, energized, motivated, enthused and encouraged. 
Well, the other day, I got “inspired” while waiting in line at the bank. As I was standing there, I noticed a flier that immediately caught my attention. It said, “Find Your Fit.”  Well, my mind started racing as I realized there was a message here for me and perhaps for you too. Allow me to graciously share the thoughts that flowed from my pen today.  FIND YOUR FIT!  Isn’t that what a New Year is all about? Have you ever noticed in your normal, ordinary, sometimes hectic or humdrum life, how important finding the right fit can become? 

• We all want to “fit in” whether it’s at work, school, sports arena,neighborhood, social event, or church. We don’t want to stick out or seem out of place. We want to blend right in like we belong. 

• When we give ourselves the leisure of a shopping spree at the mall we look for the “right fit” in clothes, shoes, jewelry, and even purses. We want to be sure it isn’t too tight or too loose; that it’s the right color, size, shape and form. It even has to fit our personality, style, and age.

 

• I’ve spoken with many people who are looking for the “right fit” in church. One that resonates with their doctrine, beliefs and values, preaching, teaching, programs, pastoral leadership and friendliness.

 

• I’ve also spent years trying to find my “right fit” with bibles. I love exploring all the different translations and using them in various preaching and teaching venues. But I finally found the one that just fits my soul…speaks to my heart…and stirs me deeply. That’s the one I always come back to…because it’s the right fit.

 

• I think you would all agree that we search out the “right fit” in our friends and relationships. A fit that is godly, uplifting, positive, energizing, and mutually encouraging.

 

• In the best of circumstances, we would want to find the “right fit” in our jobs and careers. How blessed to be able to use our gifts, talents, skills and abilities in an area that we find fulfillment , passion, and an ability to make a difference in our world. Wow!

 

• Let me ask you one final question: How’s your fit with God now as we begin this New Year?  Is it loose, moderate, or tight? Circle the one that fits where you are.  Are you happy with your circled one?

Well, dear friends, let me encourage you in the Lord. Lam.3:22 -23 says…”his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is his faithfulness.” And James 4:8 “ Draw near to God and he will draw near to you.” This is a New Day- a New Year- and a New You!Our loving Father wants a “tight” and intimate relationship with each one of us and I can guarantee that is the Perfect Fit. Walk into God’s bank which is freely dispensing grace and blessing for this New Year of 2009.  He wants your full deposit. Then you can watch life, abundance, and multiplication flow into every area of your life. Wherever you need a right fit in your life, believe that if the God fit is right then everything will fall into place. Trust in Him, be patient and wait for his timing.  I pray for each and every one of you to be blessed beyond all imaginings as you step into this New Year. Go for it…FIND YOUR FIT!!!   Feel free to email me to chat about your “fit” with God, your times of quiet and solitude, your searching for the right fit in any of the areas mentioned above. It’s been great!
In His Love,
MaryKay