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Healthy Goals & Boundaries: Biblical Principles for Real Change
As we step into a brand-new year, many of us fall into the same routineโdeclaring lofty New Yearโs resolutions, only to abandon them weeks or even days later. Statistics show that roughly 80% of people give up on their New Yearโs resolutions by February, with some studies suggesting that only 8% successfully achieve their goals. Why does this happen? Often, itโs because these resolutions are rooted in short-term thinking, lack accountability, and fail to align with deeper values.
In my group coaching program, "Walk with Jesus, Grow with Purpose,"ย weโre throwing out the โNew Yearโs Resolutionโ mindset and instead focusing on setting healthy, God-centered goals and boundariesย that last all year longโand beyond.
Why "New Yearโs Resolutions" Fail
Lack of Clarity:ย Many resolutions are vague, like "get fit" or "save money," without specific, actionable steps.
No Accountability:ย Without a support system, itโs easy to quit when motivation fades.
Unrealistic Expectations:ย We aim for perfection rather than progress, leading to burnout and frustration.
The Bible offers a better approach. Proverbs 16:9ย reminds us, "In their hearts, humans plan their course, but the Lord establishes their steps." Setting goals rooted in Godโs guidance allows us to focus on purposeful and sustainable growth.
Healthy Goals: Start with Biblical Principles
In our program, we use the Shine Structureย to guide goal-setting. Hereโs how you can set healthy goals that align with Godโs will:
Seek God First (Matthew 6:33):ย Pray about your goals and align them with His purpose for your life.
Be Specific:ย Instead of saying, โI want to grow spiritually,โ set clear steps like reading a chapter of the Bible daily or memorizing one verse per week.
Set Boundaries to Protect Your Goals:ย Saying โyesโ to God often requires saying โnoโ to distractions. Matthew 5:37ย reminds us to โlet your โYesโ be yes, and your โNo,โ no.โ
Pursue Progress, Not Perfection:ย Celebrate small victories and trust that God is working through your efforts.
Accountability: The Key to Lasting Change
Accountability is one of the biggest differences in our group coaching program. Unlike resolutions made in isolation, our community provides:
Daily Encouragement:ย Share your progress, struggles, and wins in our group chat.
Shine Sisters/Bright Bros:ย Unique accountability partnerships that foster deeper connections and support.
Biblical Motivation:ย Weekly live calls that inspire and refocus us on Godโs truth.
Guided Steps:ย Practical, biblically-based lessons on skills like Buffering, Processing Pain,ย and Setting Boundaries.
As Ecclesiastes 4:9-10ย says, โTwo are better than one... If either of them falls down, one can help the other up.โ Our community is here to lift you up, pray with you, and walk alongside you in your journey.
Boundaries that Honor God
Healthy boundaries are essential for honoring your goals and your faith. This includes:
Learning to say, โLet me pray about it,โ before committing to new responsibilities.
Protecting your time with God by prioritizing daily devotionals.
Recognizing that saying โnoโ can be an act of obedience to Godโs will.
Ditch the "Resolution" Mindset: Join Us for Lasting Change
This year, instead of chasing fleeting resolutions, join a community committed to real, lasting transformation. Together, weโll set healthy goals, maintain godly boundaries, and hold each other accountable through biblical principles and encouragementโall year long.
Registration is now open for the next round of "Walk with Jesus, Grow with Purpose,"ย starting January 4, 2025. Letโs walk in faith, grow with purpose, and shine for Godโs glory in 2025!
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