By Nancy Virden (c)2025

I am not great at sticking to resolutions so I keep them short. This year I have only one. My word for 2025 is WORSHIP and by focusing on the magnitude of God, things of this life will seem insignificant.

I need to get back to a place where Christian TV and books do not replace my private times with God’s Word and prayer. Talking about Jesus and talking to Him are distinctly separate. The former cannot meaningfully affect one’s spiritual heart and mind without the latter.

The power of God is the cross of Christ Jesus. Remembering the cross and resurrection of Jesus keeps my mind calm and clear. Otherwise, distracting thoughts such as a sense of worthlessness or a “cannot” attitude gain traction. My ego grabs for attention.

Worship is not only singing, it is being a living sacrifice, bearing my cross as I do God’s will. With worship comes joy, strength, and a renewed spirit. I want the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart to please God, my Rock and Redeemer.

I know to Whom I belong, Who loves me, and for Whom I want my life to count. I know Who holds the future and He holds me.

-COMMENTS WELCOME

Today’s Helpful Word

Romans 15:13

I pray that God, the source of hope, will fill you completely with joy and peace because you trust in him. Then you will overflow with confident hope through the power of the Holy Spirit.

If you are feeling suicidal, or concerned about someone who is, in the U.S. call 988, the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. For a list of international suicide hotlines, go here.

If you are suicidal with a plan, immediately call 911 in the U.S. or go to your nearest emergency room. In the EU call 112. (For other international emergency numbers, go here ). Hope and help are yours!

Always the Fight Ministries (ATFM) has been displaying compassion for those fighting mental illness, addiction, or abuse since 2012. Nancy is the founder and voice of ATFM and openly shares her emotional resurrection from despair. 

NOTE: Nancy is not a doctor or a mental health professional, and speaks only from personal experience and observations. This website is not intended to substitute for professional mental or behavioral health care.

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