God is cheering you on

It's easy to believe that God is acutely aware of all my shortcomings. Which is true. But it's easy to then believe that God is mostly interested in my shortcomings. I think he's more interested in my success. And by success I don't mean money, or many of the other means by which we measure it. I mean he wants me to fully live. To become everything he had in mind. I think God is kinda like a parent who stands on the sidelines cheering their child on. "Way to go! You can do it! You're almost there! I believe in you!"

In fact...if I'm really still for a moment, I think I can hear him cheering. And it inspires me to press on. Can you hear him?

The resolution solution

It seems like the problem is not that we make (and then neglect) resolutions, but rather that we don't make enough resolutions. Once a year is too infrequent. Life doesn't stand still for 12 months. I want to keep growing, changing, and pursuing the life God has called me to. So here's some of my resolutions to get started with in January:

1. Ask five key questions at then end of each day:
• What did I procrastinate today?
• Whom did I encourage today?
• How did I lead others today?
• What am I proud of today?
• Where did God show up today?

2. Make a new resolution each month

3. Blog weekly

4. Become a better leader by asking more questions, evaluating more systematically, and trying more ideas

5. Quit using unkind words

What are some of your resolutions? Join the conversation by clicking on the word "comments" below this line, or try this link.