December 31, 2025
Every year I choose, or I ask God for, one word for the new year; a word that will be useful, meaningful, and with a purpose. A word that I can focus and meditate on, one that will help me grow in my faith journey.
Tonight I said to God, “What’s my one word for this coming year?” and I went on reading on my Kindle.
Within one minute, I heard, “Abide.”
Oh my! I was surprised that God answered so quickly! I love the word abide and I’m so happy that God’s response was quick and sure.
I looked up the word. Abide is in the Bible; it means to remain, dwell, stay connected, and continue in a relationship with God and His Word, drawing life and power from Him. Like a branch connected to a vine, leading to spiritual fruitfulness and steadfastness in faith. It’s not just a one-time decision but an active, ongoing, intimate connection of living in, by, and through Christ’s presence and commands.
Key meanings of abide:
1 Remain or to dwell: to stay in a place or state, emphasizing a continuous presence, like dwelling in God’s presence. Psalm 91:1.
2 Stay connected: to be vitally linked to Jesus (the Vine) for life and fruit, as taught in John 15:4-5.
3 Live by or through: to live in, by, and through God’s Word and Spirit, making it your daily source of life. 1 John 3:24.
4 Stand Firm: to persist in faith, love, and commitment, holding fast against opposition. 1 John 4:15.
With faith and obedience, abiding involves confessing Jesus as the Son of God and keeping His commandments showing a firm commitment. It’s about maintaining fellowship with Jesus so He can produce fruit in and through you. Relying on Jesus’ grace and life-giving presence, not your own strength will help you bear spiritual fruit.
So, I declare ABIDE is my one word that I will continually focus on, pray about, and chase this coming new year. I love the word, and of course it's perfect….because it comes from our Heavenly Father, the giver of all things good!
Happy New Year and may your year be filled with all good things and overflowing with God’s abundant blessings. Amen!
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