That was Coach Bennett from my Nike Running Club app the other day! If 2020 didn’t give us anything else, it sure gave us loads of lessons:
A conversation with my brother Kevin recently was a crucial reminder to take with us into 2021. He said something like, “Forget shining bright, I want you to be wise!” And for me that means going to God in every decision asking:
“Jesus (God), what is your perspective on every moment of my life. Every relationship. Every decision. Every circumstance. And how can I enter into it to glorify you.” – Bel Air Church
This is the way to the best life! Seeking to glorify God in everything we do. In fact, I’m to the point with God that I’m not praying for anything other than for His will to be done in my life. I find He knows the ULTIMATE best for me in every moment and every situation. He gives me far more than I can ever ask or imagine! Therefore, the wiser Nikki seeks Him continually in the 1,000 decisions I make every day because I know this is how He guides me on the best paths. Even difficulties and challenges become bearable because I lean on God’s strength.
This brings me to another important lesson from 2020 – DEPEND MORE ON GOD AND LESS ON OTHER PEOPLE:
“Happiness never came from the dependency upon people; happiness comes from dependency upon Allah/God alone.” – Tumblr.com via believeroftheunseen
“Don’t love people so much; don’t rely on people so much. It is deception, don’t love it, don’t love anything here. Allah (God) has made connections in this world like mother, father, husband, wife or friend to test you. Don’t put too much heart in this matter. – Shaykh Mohammad Akram Nadwi
In my weakest of moments, His faithfulness and love are ALWAYS there. The toughest moments of 2020 had me running to God for His direction.
“When you go through deep waters, I will be with you.” – Isaiah 43:2
God was there with the solutions, the strategies, the people to assist me, wisdom and guidance. Even when I made mistakes, He was there to help me get back on track. That’s why, without any hesitation, I can tell you guys that God is indeed our greatest friend. It’s just up to us to seek Him and aim to give Him the best of ourselves. No matter how messed up we are – we all have our faults and weaknesses – He loves us and He is there for us. God, we’re at Your service!
