It’s hard to believe, but 2022 is in the history books. Traditionally with a new year comes a set of resolutions everyone wishes to achieve. As Christians, what resolutions are we looking to accomplish in 2023? While the Bible doesn’t mention setting resolutions, it can guide us on spiritual ones. Below are three resolutions Christians should strive for in 2023.
Daily Bible Reading
Reading the bible daily should be a common practice for us. Yet, many need to catch up on this simple task. I fall short of reading the bible. It is one area in 2023 for me to improve on. Is daily bible reading part of your routine? If not, why not? There are many ways to achieve this, such as partaking in an annual Bible reading plan. This year we all need to focus on reading our Bible more. In the book of Timothy, we see mention of reading the Scripture.
1 Timothy 4:13, 13 Until I come, devote yourself to the public reading of Scripture, to exhortation, and teaching.
Praying More
I can remember being a child and praying at night as a family before bed. The older I’ve gotten, this has become a less common thing. Daily prayer is essential and needs to happen all the time. When we pray, we talk to God, allowing us to take all our burdens and troubles to him. There isn’t a predetermined schedule of when we are to pray. In Philippians, we see what praying can do.
Philippians 4:6-7, 6do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. 7And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
Bible Study
Studying the Bible is essential. When we study Scripture, it allows us to gain a better understanding of his Word. The book of Matthew mentions that we need to make disciples of all nations and baptize them in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. For us to do this, we must have an understanding of the Scripture and what is necessary to baptize someone.
