I am back home for the holidays. It is good to see family again.

Last night was a very important night in which I made some important decisions, decisions that may slowly begin to radically change the course of my life (at least I am hoping so). Unfortunately, the process of turning things around will be far from a comfortable one. The first half of this semester has been singularly unproductive. However, I feel that I have been able to put a line under it. Lord-willing, the next half will be very different. I actually am beginning to feel an inkling of a sense of direction for my life now, something that I haven’t really had for at least five years, and which I have never enjoyed for any extended period of time. Even when such direction lasts for only a few months, it is amazing how much it increases and focuses my productivity. I really hope that this lasts and doesn’t prove to be illusory. I have meandered listlessly through life, allowing decisions to make themselves, for far too long. Please pray for me in this respect. Sloth has long been my besetting sin and it is not going to be easy to gain and retain ground in the ongoing battle against it.

There has also been occasion for joy and thanksgiving. Today, just as I arrived back, I received the news that my housing situation for next year has worked out. I will be sharing with two friends from my hall (I couldn’t wish for better housemates). I can hardly wait for September. God has really been gracious in helping me on the housing front so far this semester. He is indeed very good. Thank you to all of you who have prayed!