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New Year Goal-Setting Worksheet Instructions: Take some time to reflect on each scripture together with the prompts provided.

As we step into a new year, it’s common to reflect on the past and set fresh goals for the months ahead. While the desire for personal growth, improved habits, and new achievements is noble, it’s essential to ensure that our goals align with God’s will for our lives. Here are five powerful scriptures to help anchor your New Year goals in God’s purpose, guiding you toward a year filled with intentionality, faith, and divine direction.

Do you have a junk drawer filled with things you no longer need? This space often holds items of necessity intertwined with outdated relics. In our spiritual lives, we can create a similar clutter of unconfessed sins and unprocessed shame—items that weigh heavily on our hearts. Drawing from the poignant story in Luke 7:38-50, we explore the transformative moment when a sinful woman anoints Jesus' feet, illustrating the profound power of forgiveness.

Cody Custer, a former bull riding champion who shares his profound journey of faith, loss, and resilience. Cody recounts his experiences with childhood tragedy, including the loss of siblings, and how it affected his family’s faith journey. He reflects on discovering a more relatable expression of faith during his rodeo career and emphasizes the importance of authentic relationships over strict religious norms.

No amount of worldly wealth, recognition, or material items can fulfill you

Karen reflects on her journey, detailing how each step has brought her closer to her calling. "Growing up, I always thought about missions and how ordinary people could make a difference," she shared. This realization exploded when missionaries visited her church and provided a window into how God was working globally.

Can you relate to being or feeling like you are in a desolate place? Not having enough? Feeling as if you go any farther you may collapse?

The perfect will not be made whole because they do not see they're holes but rather those who seek the face of God and see their reflection will be made anew by his mighty hand for we all have sinned and fallen short of the glory of God but few are willing to see and be changed by God.

The episode emphasizes the importance of faith, personal transformation, and the continuing journey of sanctification while inviting listeners to explore and deepen their understanding of God. Stay connected for more inspiring conversations on faith throughout the series.

Chris and Jerry, founders of Running the Race Horse Ranch in Iowa, their mission to help troubled children through equine therapy. Their journey, anchored in faith, began 23 years ago when they decided to transform their family farm into a sanctuary for kids who have experienced trauma, such as abuse and human trafficking.

The message encourages readers to embrace their unique paths with faith, reminding them to confidently "run their race" with God's unwavering support.

Wendy encourages others to find solace knowing that God is always ready to welcome us back with grace, regardless of our struggles. She believes that serving God extends beyond traditional ministry roles, advocating for the use of our gifts in everyday life.