Giving it up because I don’t want to …

So I’m convicted. UGH.

There are two things in my life that, well, I just want TOO MUCH.

Neither is sinful per se. (Though overindulgence in both IS.)
Neither is particularly beneficial. (Though I find them both pleasant!)

BUT … BUT … BUT …

I am convicted that I need to give them up.
Maybe not forever–but definitely for a season.
And so I shall.

One year.
365 days.
Like the Mayor of Casterbridge (only that was for a LOT longer!) … I shall turn away.

Fred is supportive.
 I’m scared.
(Another indicator that I need to say, “No thanks!”, eh?)

I’ll be sure to let you know how things go.
(Please do pray for me if I flit through your hearts/minds. I would appreciate it!)

And I pray:

Please, God, forgive me for delighting TOO MUCH in the things of this world. Please forgive me for not wanting to give them up. And please, Lord, please change my heart. Cause me to love YOU more than anything or anyone else. Please teach me and grow me and help me to rest in YOU. For Your glory! May I delight in You. Amen.

Love to all!
Happy New Year!

Yours,
Tara B.