Does September ever feel like January to you?
At the beginning of the year we get a fresh start and a reset. September, like January, is the “start” of many things, school being the most obvious. At my age, I’m past the stage of keeping a tight hold on school calendars and schedules, but not beyond the memory of preparing my kids and family for the switch from summer days (some lazy, some crazy) to the cadence of the school year beat.
So even though January is known as the month for fresh starts, new habits and do-overs, September feels a lot like January.
Maybe it’s just me, but in my growing-to-be-more-like-Jesus journey, I’ve needed a few resets and new habits. I’ve needed to return to my first, true love, King Jesus. Like the apostle Paul, I do things I don’t want to do. The things I want to do, I struggle to do. It’s possible, dear one, to love Jesus and need a spiritual refresh.
As a young mom, the end of summer represented a return to schedules and routines. I might not have loved it outwardly (who really wants summer to end?), but inside I needed the structure that came with the start of the new school year. With my kids back on track, I too, was able to reset my schedule and my heart. Awana, Youth activities, Ladies Bible Study and small groups all followed the school calendar. They’ve always been a big part of feeding our families faith with care and consistency.
What about you?
~ Are you ready to get back into a routine?
~ What is it you would like to start fresh today?
~ What in your faith journey needs a reset?
I’m praying as you settle into the post summer routine, you are able to reset, refresh and reflect on your routine, making changes that best serve your faith walk. Can’t commit to a weekly bible study? Meet with a couple friends every other week or once a month, but get in community with other women and get into the Word. Utilize your social networks to find out if someone is interested in your reset ideas. Your boldness to ask may encourage another.
I’m cheering you on! I know you can do it!
Ready. Set. Refresh!