Today is the first day of public school here in our town. As I dropped my 8th grade son off at the middle school, it dawned on me that he is now in the top grade of the school. This is a new experience for him. It is the same school as last year but now, because of his age he is in a new place. In some ways, it is a new beginning. Really, all the students have a fresh start today – an opportunity to do things differently this year – to try harder – to make an impact.
The beginning of the school year, in some ways, brings a fresh start for parents as well. Our schedule has changed – again! But it is our opportunity to approach our kids and parenting with a fresh perspective. What can you do this year to make your child more successful. What can you do differently to impact your child’s relationship with Jesus.
Your mission, if you choose to accept it, is to spend the next 9 months focused on your own relationship with Jesus. Then allow that vibrant relationship to impact your relationship with your children with the intent of seeing their relationship with Jesus flourish.
We can do this!
Clay in the Hands 
Glad to know you’re going to be close … my boys will actually be going to Levelland twice a week. We’re going to have to get together for a cup of coffee.