As 2025 comes to an end, I do so with a heart full of gratitude for God’s faithfulness. This year marked the end of an important chapter for our family as we sold our home. It was a big step, but throughout it all God gave us peace. Looking back, I can clearly see His hand leading us, and I step into 2026 believing this next season is one to walk through slowly, intentionally, and in obedience to Him.
Over the past few months, I have been reading through the book of Jeremiah. It isn’t always an easy book to read, but it continually reminds God’s people that He desires obedience that comes from the heart, not just outward actions. One verse has stayed with me as I think about the year ahead:
“But I gave them this command: Obey me, and I will be your God and you will be my people. Walk in obedience to all I command you, that it may go well with you.”
Jeremiah 7:23
This verse reminds me that obedience isn’t about earning God’s love. We already belong to Him because of His grace. Obedience is simply the response of a heart that trusts Him. When we choose His way over our own, we place ourselves under His guidance and care, knowing that His plans are always better than ours.
Much of what God has done in my life this year has happened quietly. He has been rebuilding foundations, healing areas that I had neglected for far too long, and strengthening my faith through circumstances I wouldn’t have chosen. Looking back, I can see how He has replaced anxiety with peace and weariness with renewed strength.
More than ever, my desire is simply to know God more and to make Him known. The way we live speaks far louder than the words we say. When we choose to obey Him in our everyday lives, our decisions, priorities and responses point people to Christ.
As I close 2025, I do so with thankfulness for everything God has taught me and for the many ways He has been faithful. As I step into 2026, my prayer is not that life will be easier, but that I will continue to trust Him, walk in obedience, and follow wherever He leads.
My prayer for the year ahead is simple: Lord, help me to remain faithful, to listen when You speak, and to obey whatever You ask of me. May my life always bring glory to You.
