December 31

So teach us to number our days, that we may present a heart of wisdom. — Ps 90:12 BSB

The last day of the year should make us reflect. Have we been faithful? Have we done our best? Have we learned the lessons God set before us this year? None of us have been perfect; we’ve all left things undone. Every one of us has made mistakes.

One of the purposes of life is to grow—to learn and improve through our experiences. It’s not just about physical growth or gaining knowledge. You can be stronger or know more and still not be a better person. True growth happens when our hearts grow more peaceful, when we love more, when we become gentler, kinder, and less selfish. On this last day of the year, we should aim to make it beautiful—beautiful enough to be the last day of our life. Let’s finish the year with no duties left undone.