Well, it's that time of year again. Kids head for the bus stops in throngs. Leaves are changing from summery green to those bold autumnal reds, oranges and deep yellows. The scent of freshly sharpened pencils wafts through the air. School's here! I officially start tomorrow, but I've done odds and sods all summer and am even beginning some work today (my brother thinks I'm crazy). Another school year has begun!
Which means it's time for another reminder (for me, readers, probably more than for you). Another reminder that this year is for the glory of God. (1 Corinthians 10:31) Not for the glory of self, but for the glory of the Lord. It's not another year dedicated solely to fun. Nor another year for a full-booked social calendar. Or another year for friends. Or another year for good grades, or vacations or health, wealth or happiness, though none of these things are bad in and of themselves! It's only when this year becomes more about them than about seeking God's glory do we have a problem. Because this year is not about us and our wants and desires, but about God.
So whether you start school today or tomorrow or if you started two weeks ago or if you're not even going back to school, I pray that you would start this September, this school year, with the intent of seeking the glory of our God. For He is the only one who deserves glory this year, next year and for all eternity.