The beginning of a new year offers a sacred invitation, not to strive harder, but to return to what matters most. A spiritual reset isn’t about perfect habits or spiritual pressure. It’s about slowing down enough to let God re-center our hearts around his presence, his voice, and his love.
This January, as we reset spiritually, God is inviting us back to the building blocks of faith, daily rhythms of presence, worship, prayer, and Scripture that restore our intimacy with him and renew our souls from the inside out.
Here are ten resolutions, along with practical applications for each that will help you reset your walk with God and start you on the right footing for the new year.
1. Resolve to begin each day in God’s presence
Spiritual renewal begins by showing up every day. Before the noise of the day sets in, God invites us to abide in him. Life flows from relationship, not effort.
Practice:Each morning, pause for a moment and acknowledge God’s nearness. Sit quietly and invite him to lead your day, no agenda required.
Scripture meditation throughout the day: “Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth.” —Psalm 46:10
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2. Resolve to anchor your faith with a daily devotional
Our hearts need daily reminding of God’s goodness. Starting each day grounded in truth keeps us centered, no matter what we face.
Practice:Commit to spending time with God each morning. Even fifteen minutes makes a difference. Let consistency, not perfection, be your goal.
Scripture meditation throughout the day: "Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.” —Romans 12:2
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3. Resolve to make prayer a daily habit
Prayer is the most life-giving part of time with God because it draws us into relationship with him. God isn’t looking for perfect words. He invites us to draw near to him with honest hearts.
Practice:Set aside time each day to talk with God about what’s really happening in your heart. Share openly, then pause to listen.
Scripture meditation throughout the day: “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” —Philippians 4:6–7
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4. Resolve to practice God’s presence throughout the day
God desires more than a moment with us. He desires a personal, intimate relationship with us throughout the day. Scripture reminds us that seeking God isn’t limited to a quiet time; it’s a posture of the heart.
Practice:Throughout the day, gently turn your thoughts back to God. Whisper a prayer while working, driving, or waiting: “God, I’m aware of you here.”Scripture meditation throughout the day: “You have said, ‘Seek my face.’ My heart says to you, ‘Your face, Lord, do I seek.’” —Psalm 27:8
5. Resolve to worship God daily
Worship reconnects us to what matters most. When we worship, we lift our eyes from our circumstances and fix them on God’s faithfulness.
Practice:Play worship music in the morning or sing a simple song of praise. Let worship become a daily reset that reorders your heart.
Scripture meditation throughout the day: “But I will sing of your strength; I will sing aloud of your steadfast love in the morning.” —Psalm 59:16
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6. Resolve to let gratitude shape your perspective
Praise and thanksgiving aren’t confined to music. Expressing gratitude positions us to focus on who God is. As we choose to focus on all the Lord has done in our lives, our burdens begin to feel lighter in the presence of God’s love.
Practice:When stress or discouragement rises, intentionally thank God for who he is. Watch how praise shifts your focus and restores peace.
Scripture meditation throughout the day: “Praise the LORD! Give thanks to the LORD, for he is good! His faithful love endures forever.” —Psalm 106:1
Finding Gratitude in the Midst of a Struggle Guided Prayer
7. Resolve to fast as a way of refocusing your heart
Fasting is a powerful spiritual discipline that helps us quiet distractions and heighten our awareness of God. By intentionally setting something aside, we create space to depend more fully on him and listen more closely to his voice.
Practice:Choose one intentional fast this month, whether from a meal, social media, or another daily habit. Use the time or attention you’ve freed up to pray, reflect, or simply sit with God.
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Scripture meditation throughout the day: "Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus." 1 Thessalonians 5:18
8. Resolve to meditate on God’s Word
Scripture invites us into communion with God. When we slow down and meditate on God’s Word, it begins to shape how we think, feel, and live.
Practice:Read a short passage of Scripture and sit with it. Ask God what he wants to show you and let his truth settle into your heart.
Scripture meditation throughout the day: “Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.” —Psalm 119:105
9. Resolve to forgive and walk in freedom
A spiritual reset often requires releasing what we’ve been holding onto. Unforgiveness quietly weighs down our hearts, affecting our peace, our prayers, and our intimacy with God. But forgiveness is one of the most powerful ways we experience freedom, not because what happened didn’t matter, but because God’s healing matters more.
Practice:Ask God to bring to mind anyone you need to forgive, including yourself. Offer their name to God and choose to release the offense into his hands. Forgiveness is often a process, but each act of surrender opens your heart to God’s restoring grace.
Scripture meditation throughout the day: “Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ forgave you.” —4:32
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10. Resolve to live out your faith in practical ways
Spiritual renewal is intended to transcend personal growth and into daily action. As God restores our hearts, he invites us to live out our faith in visible, practical ways that reflect his love to others.
Practice:
Choose one intentional action this week:
- Invite someone to church.
- Encourage a friend with Scripture or prayer.
- Serve consistently in your local church.
- Share what God is doing in your life with someone who needs hope.
God often works most powerfully through our willingness to obey him in everyday moments.
Scripture meditation throughout the day: “For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them.” —Ephesians 2:10
A Final Encouragement
A spiritual reset doesn’t happen all at once; it happens through daily surrender. As you commit to meeting with God each day, he will gently restore your heart, realign your priorities, and deepen your faith.
If you’re longing for a simple, consistent way to start each day with God, we invite you to subscribe to the First15 Daily Devotionals, designed to help you encounter God through worship, prayer, Scripture, and listening.
This year, don’t strive for more. Draw near. God is already waiting.
