ACE #318: No Resolutions, No Empty Promises for the New Year

Every other year, we host a Christmas gathering called, "Christmas for a Cause with The Lewises."  We invite our close friends and family to enjoy an evening of food, fun and fellowship.  But that's not all.  We also ask them to bring certain items for a worthy cause so that we can give to someone or an organization in need.  We have included gift cards for families, gift cards for residents of assisted living, and toys for the Shriner's Children Hospital.  This year we chose to collect hats, gloves, and blankets for a donation to the The Salvation Army since local news reports have indicated  there has been a shortage of these items for the last two years.  Our guests have always given graciously, generously and with joy. 

This year, I am determined not to make resolutions or empty promises.  Sure, I could stand to lose a few pounds, but no resolution is needed - just a healthier diet and some exercise.  I will not make empty promises like not getting mad at people when they do things that irritate me because I will surely fail the test - once or twice...

This year, we are just determined to do more...good.  That's all. Nothing complicated. Nothing out of reach.  No resolutions. No empty promises.  Just do more good - for those in need and out of our abundance. 

We have learned that when people do good - good will be returned.  Nice. Simple. Achievable. 

Wishing you all the best for 2015.  Happy New Year!

Be blessed,

The 'After Church' Experience
#TeamLewis4Christ

Proverbs 11:25

²⁵ A generous person will prosper;
    whoever refreshes others will be refreshed.