Many pray and even fast at the beginning of the year for the year that lies before them, and that is ok. Many plan and strategise for the year ahead. Let us jot forget to reflect on our journey of life up to this point. May we also remember to be grateful to God for bringing us this far. May we learn to allow Him to guide our lives, our plans, our strategies, our ambitions. 2 Corinthians 12:9.