Three Life Transforming New Year Practices
Three life transforming New Year practices. These simple practices do not work immediately. But when consistently engaged, the spiritual transformation is unmistakeable. I’ve seen and personally experienced it. And so will you if you practice them this year.
Three life transforming New Year practices. Read through the Bible.
I have stored up your word in my heart, that I might not sin against you. (ESV, Psalm 119:11)
The Bible is a complete narrative. The big picture that reveals who God is, explains what is wrong with the world and his solution. It describes the many facets of God’s incomprehensible nature and yet, his reliable faithfulness to those who seek him. And how to live a life that honors him.
An internet search provides a wide variety of reading plans. Organized differently by chronology, themes, and book genre. I followed one that alternated between Old and New Testament and included a grid of all the passages I checked off to track my progress.
As God’s word fills your heart and mind, you will gain an entirely new perspective on life. One filled with hope.
Three life transforming New Year practices. Attend a church that worships God and teaches the Bible as absolute truth
All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness, (ESV, 2 Timothy 3:16)
For the word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and of spirit, of joints and of marrow, and discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart. (ESV, Hebrews 4:12)
Absolute truth is the solid foundation that your beliefs and convictions confidently rest on. An anchor that secures you from drifting aimlessly on the waves of public opinion. And worship points you to the ultimate source of truth. An Almighty God that loves you and desires a relationship with you.
As you worship God and learn his word, his Spirit guides you on a path that leads you into his will and plan for your life. One with meaning, purpose, and direction. And an eternal perspective that helps you make sense of a confusing world.
Three life transforming New Year practices. Hang out with people that wholeheartedly follow Jesus
Do not be deceived: “Bad company ruins good morals.” (ESV, 1 Corinthians 15:33)
And though a man might prevail against one who is alone, two will withstand him—a threefold cord is not quickly broken. (ESV, Ecclesiastes 4:12)
We are made to live in community. Ideas of “doing it my way” or individual autonomy as a “rock and island” are myths. We all need other people for encouragement, accountability, and support. And the friends you choose will influence you for either good or bad. And in the same way, you will impact others.
Therefore, those who follow Jesus will find that loving, supportive environment in a church community. But it may take personal initiative on your part. In other words, an effort to meet and make friends with the people that attend your church.
And when you walk together as Christ-followers, you are relationally more than friends. But spiritually unified as an eternal family of brothers and sisters in Christ.
A spiritual adversary will work to divert you from these practices. But press on and a remarkable transformation will take place in your life.
About Chip Tudor:
Chip Tudor is an author, blogger and professional writer. He publishes books, humorous Christian drama, and thought provoking blogs from a Christian worldview. This blog is originally published here.
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