Attack it!

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Good morning everyone,
 
Our theme for this month: “A fresh start in a new year”
 
Our Bible verse for today: “Haven’t I commanded you: be strong and courageous? Do not be afraid or discouraged, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” Joshua 1:9 (CSB)
 
Our thought for today: “Attack it!”
 
Young people are supposed to learn from old people, right? Especially when it comes to life lessons and the “wisdom of age,” right? Well, yes, most of the time. But sometimes the old need to be willing to learn from the young too – and not just about things related to technology, but in terms of wisdom and life lessons as well.
 
A few years ago, when I was spending time with a young man to whom I was serving as a mentor, we were talking about an awkward and uncomfortable situation he knew he was going to have to face the next day. It was an upcoming encounter with someone he had not seen in a long time and their last encounter had ended in a somewhat embarrassing manner. I asked him how he was planning to approach it and without hesitation he said, “I’m going to attack it.” “I’m going to walk right up to him, smile, shake his hand, and immediately launch into a casual conversation that I’m already rehearsing in my head.” “I’m going to be outgoing and confident.” “I’m going to attack the situation.”
 
I was impressed with his answer. He was displaying mature wisdom by choosing that approach. I have thought about that approach often since then and I have tried to apply it in my own life. I even have a “note to self” on my desk with the words “Attack it!” as a reminder to just boldly go forward and address situations head-on. It’s the kind of confident approach God was calling for from Joshua (and from us) in Joshua 1:9. Be strong. Be courageous. Do not be afraid or discouraged. God is with you. Do not shrink from the challenge. Attack that situation!
 
That’s good advice for dealing with any situation we face in life, including how you think about your New Years resolutions. Don’t shrink from it. Face it and deal with it. Be strong. Be courageous. Don’t make excuses. Attack it!
 
We are not to be fearful, timid, or hesitant as we deal with difficult situations. Be thoughtful and prayerful, yes. Prepare yourself, yes. But then go forward and boldly face it head-on and with confidence. Attack that situation!
 
God bless,
Pastor Jim  
 
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