Day 1 - In the Beginning

It's been too long since I've updated my In the Word blog! Motherhood sure pulls you time away, but this year, as we dive into a new one, I'm hoping to dive back into the Word more. I might not update everyday here, but I will be hopefully reading! So, here we go!

Day 1
Genesis 1-3, John 1

I find it ironic that today's readings begin with "In the beginning". Both John and Genesis have a "new" sort of feeling. Each year I dive back into the Word after failing at about 1 Kings, I realize that this IS a new beginning. Every day is a new one. We have a new year, a new day, a new hour, to start fresh all the time. God is so gracious to us in always being open to us when we fall and fall and fall again.
In John today, we read about how timeless God is! We are reminded right off the bat that He's been here since the beginning and His Word is always relevant. John the Baptist proclaims to the people that He is indeed Christ, and He is coming!
This year, we need to cling to our "true light" (John 1:9), proclaiming the good news of His coming an His coming again! John the Baptist was very bold in letting everyone know.
In Genesis, we read about how God made everything in the beginning. He made US in His own image, above all else on earth. But, as human nature would have it, we slipped up and did exactly what we were told not to do, and that perfection in the world was ruined because a serpent came along and tempted.
This isn't only true back in the beginning, but we need to be on our guard that Satan is lurking and seeking any foothold he can get in your life. He will find ways to make you slip and fall, but God can always pick us up again. Guard yourself from Satan's grasp and cling to your Light!
As John 1 wraps up, Jesus calls His first disciples. All a bunch of normal guys, who were eager to follow. When Jesus calls you this year, are you going to follow Him?

We have this amazing God...Who set the stars in their place, created the beautiful plants of the earth, and made YOU in His image. He loves us so much, that He is always walking with us. He is timeless. He is calling you to be on His team. This is a new year, filled with new opportunities, and new ways to experience Him. Shine His light, and shine it proudly, for there is no time like now to proclaim Him in your life!