A couple years ago, a new Disney movie came out called “Frozen.”  I haven’t yet seen it, but I’ve heard the one most popular song from the story.  These words from “Let it Go” talk about giving up past things and moving forward . . .  

“My power flurries through the air into the ground
My soul is spiraling in frozen fractals all around
And one thought crystallizes like an icy blast
I’m never going back  The past is in the past.”

I have a tendency to hang on to things, not because of their material value, but because of the sentimental value.  For example  As I try to organize and downsize my cache of costumes from over the years, I remember what was involved in making each one of them – the love that went into them – the purpose they served – the smiles they provided.  Or perhaps it means looking at years spent in a house – the trials you overcame, the joy that was built, the memories that came to be. 

The thought of giving those things up is difficult, but there are new memories to be made and new adventures to enjoy.  Memories of the past are part of us, but there comes a time when we need to let go and begin again.

Letting go at any age is difficult, but I think it gets harder as we get older.  Security and things that don’t change is important to us old codgers – especially to this one.  I do know that change is inevitable however and I pray for acceptance of that fact.

There is something that never changes however.  Something that we can hold onto until our dying day.  Our God is the same in all circumstances.  His nature is unchanging.  He is always consistent.

Dear, Lord, I need your strength, your guidance, your loving hands in my life.  With each new adventure you place in it, I must remain confident that you have only my best interests in mind.  Help me to overcome my weaknesses and look forward instead of back for all the joys you have waiting for me.  Give me the courage I need to take the next step in my life.  Help me to let it go.