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This Christmas vacation, you have an opportunity to rest and think about your life. You may be starting to feel the urge to pursue God's plan for your life and begin serving others. But you may realize that some things have to change. To step into the new, you have to let go of the old. If someone gives you a new sweater you've been eyeing, are you going to hold on to your old sweater that is barely hanging on by a literal thread? 

Some sacrifices are going to go against your nature. For example, maybe you will have to wake up earlier to spend time in prayer or gain the courage to have a difficult conversation with a family member, so your relationship with them improves. You may have to resist temptations and certain bad habits while you're home during winter break. But know this: the sacrifice is worth it. This verse challenges us to honor God even with our physical selves. God is there to guide you, help you, and strengthen you. 

What are some sacrifices you have to make to honor God?