“Be sure you know the condition of your flocks, give careful attention to your herds" Proverbs 27:23
The Bible shares with us the wisdom that it is important to be aware of the condition of the things that are under our care. One of those things is certainly ourselves! It is a wise practice to spend time with God and be reflective on the state of our lives. How are things going, especially in light of God’s truth? How can things be better? What steps would help them get better?
As we sit at the brink of this new year, take some time to prayerfully reflect on your previous year and the year ahead. Take some time to examine your life. Prayerfully reflect on God’s input for 2023. What would a great 2023 look like for you personally? Imagine it. What are the simple steps and changes that you can make to help you get there? What are some simple changes or routines you might adopt that could bear good fruit in your life? What are some things you can let go of because they are in not God’s will or simply might not be best at this time?
If you are unsure about this, chat with a trusted friend for some feedback and spend more time in prayer. I trust that God will lead you and give you wisdom as you spend some time with Him to examine the condition of things. The Great Physician surely gives the best advice and can heal what needs to be restored.