There’s something about the New Year that gets me excited—a fresh start, new opportunities, and the promise of a clean slate. It’s a time when we’re all ready to shed the past and set new goals for the year ahead. If you’re anything like me, this time of year sparks a wave of optimism. You know, the "New Year, New Me" mentality kicks in. We start thinking about new workout routines, new diet plans, and maybe even buying that new gym set we know will motivate us to stick to our goals this time. We all know the drill: we begin with excitement, and then, somewhere around February, the enthusiasm starts to fade. Maybe it's a missed workout, a forgotten resolution, or—if we’re being honest—a little too much inconsistency. By the time the year rolls on, it can feel like we’re starting over again, waiting for that magical reset moment.
I’m not trying to be harsh, because let’s be real—we all have those moments where we slip up. There’s no shame in having a cheat day (or even a cheat week!). We’re human, and life happens. But I’ve come to realize something about myself as a mom. When I start to give up on my own goals, I’m teaching my children that it’s okay to quit when things get tough. That doesn’t sit well with me. I want to show them that discipline, persistence, and growth are valuable. So, this year, I’ve decided to shift my focus away from the usual New Year’s resolutions and toward something more meaningful: spiritual discipline.
Now, let me be clear. I’m not here to preach about sticking to your fitness plan or being perfect with your diet in 2025. This isn’t a post about “you need to work out more.” This is about something deeper—about growing in my faith, nurturing my spiritual health, and prioritizing my relationship with Jesus.
For me, my goal for 2025 isn’t about a new workout routine or a diet plan; it’s about being spiritually disciplined. And here’s the twist: I don’t want to wait until January 1st to start. I want to begin now. I want my spiritual routines—my prayer life, my Bible reading, my relationship with Jesus—to be so deeply ingrained in my everyday life that by the time the new year rolls around, it’s already part of who I am.
What does that look like for me? It means loving my Bible more than my phone. It means knowing the details of Jesus’ life and teachings more than I know the latest gossip or trends. It means seeking to grow in my faith, not just alone but alongside a community of people who also want to grow. It means being a reflection of Jesus’ love, not just in words but in how I live my life—especially in front of my children.
As a mother, my greatest goal is to raise two boys who are disciples of Jesus. But in order to do that, I have to be grounded in my own faith. I have to be disciplined in my relationship with God, leaning on Him for guidance and strength. I have to read His Word consistently, pray without ceasing, and give myself the same grace He offers me every day. I’m not perfect, and I’ll make mistakes, but I want to continue growing in my faith, no matter what.
So, if you’re reading this and feeling a similar pull toward spiritual discipline in 2025, let’s do this together. We’re not meant to walk this journey alone. Let’s make 2025 the year we prioritize our relationship with Jesus and lean into the daily rhythms of prayer, Scripture, and community. Let’s make it a year of growth—not just in our bodies or our careers, but in our spirits.
The good news is that we don’t have to wait until January to start. We can begin today. Let’s take that first step toward spiritual discipline, knowing that with every step we take, we’re becoming more of the person God is calling us to be. So let’s encourage one another, pray for each other, and walk this journey together. We’ve got this.
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