The year 2025 is nearly upon us. There is always something exciting and refreshing about the start of a new year, and after the challenges of 2024, many of us are looking forward to a fresh beginning. This past year has brought its share of difficulties, struggles, moments of loss, joy, new beginnings, lessons learned, and wisdom gained, making it feel overwhelmingly daunting at times. However, God has been faithful throughout 2024, and that faithfulness will continue into 2025.

As we look ahead to 2025, we may have high hopes that our resolutions will lead to positive changes in our lives. However, the initial excitement often fades quickly. New challenges arise, and the realities of daily life can hinder our progress toward our goals. For instance, if we miss a day of Bible study or our daily devotional, that one day can easily turn into two or three. Before we know it, we may find that we have spent more time away from the Word than engaging with it. Nonetheless, with the help of the Holy Spirit, we can overcome these obstacles.

We are constantly changing, but God remains the same.  We are grateful that He does not shift with the world around us, nor does He change His mind or reconsider the principles and truths established at the beginning of time. Each new year, God stays constant, and that assurance helps us move forward as we progress toward the finish line with our eyes fixed on Him. Same God, new year! Let 2025 be a year focused on God, family, and friends, as our God continues to mold each of us in His hands and carries us through whatever lies ahead.

Happy Year 2025!