I recently changed to a new credit card and one of the biggest things on my mind was closing out the account I had. I wasn't happy with the way my former account holders were taking my business for granted so I felt the need for a new relationship with a new company. What I didn't want however was two accounts serving the same purpose open at the same time. I wanted to close out the old account properly.
As we sit on New Year's Eve considering the prospects of a brand new start I wonder if we are considering old accounts that need to be closed. It's easy to get pumped up and amped up about something new, but the new will be hindered if unfinished business is attached to it. Here are some questions to ask that may be helpful. Who have I offended that I need to say I'm sorry to? Who am I holding a silent grudge against that I have never confronted with the issue that offended me? What boundaries do I need to establish, or re-establish that will keep poor information from freely entering my mental space? What time wasters do I need to eliminate from my routine? What are the bad habits that I need to stop? Naturally, this line of self questioning could be longer. We can address anything that is an unhealthy loose end.
A new start is a wonderful thing. I'm glad the Lord has set things up so that we can re-evaluate and work again at getting things right. However, if we don't close out the old our new will be contaminated by the same things that hurt us previously. Don't be afraid to close out some accounts!
