I started today, the first day of 2008 very differently than in 2007. Arising in the early morning, I could still hear the music playing in the streets from ongoing New Year’s celebrations. It reminded me that today, the first day of a new year, was a day to live differently – to break bad habits and to start my new year as a model for 2008. I had a new insight that when I act like I am not capable, I imply God is not capable, either. While I profess that God is abundant, I don’t live my life as if this is so.

As a result of thinking this way, I wake up anxious about my day. I scramble to get ready because I fear there is never enough time. When I get this way, I am dishonoring God–if I am made in his image, then I am enough, too.

So, this morning, I made a new start. Even though I felt scarce about time, I set my alarm clock to have plenty of time to get ready for my day. I talked with my roommate about the previous day’s experiences instead of just packing and putting on makeup. I felt my feelings—joy, sadness, fear—but did not worry about my day. I acted as if I were sufficient and my day was full, rich and blessed. I didn’t live a lie.

As I get ready for tomorrow, I am excited by the power I have to create the day, and every day this year, with more possibility, satisfaction, and the truth that I am more than enough.