3 STEPS TO CREATE BIBLICAL GOALS FOR 2025 | Reset For The New Year, Creating Goals That Honor God

[@heathergilson]

What’s your word for the new year and what goals are you setting for 2025? Drop a comment! 👇🏻

[@Douxlicious]

Hey Heather, this video was extremely helpful to me, tysm!! I'm so happy the Lord led me to your channel! I believe my word for 2025 will be Gratitude and one of my goals will be incorporating everything I learned in this video and referring back to it when I need to! ❤

[@heathergilson]

@@Douxlicious That's wonderful! I'm so glad that you found this helpful. I love hearing everyone's word that they have chosen. It gives me so much inspiration!!

[@peacelovejoyandhappiness]

Are you on social media as well like Instagram?

[@AmberM2023]

Calm

[@poshbyjodygreeneisen5147]

Surrender, Surrender to God's plan for my life, this is his year, his will be done in my life 🙏🙌❤️

[@sarahboudreault7779]

Please pray that I’ll finally and safely get off Benzodiazepines. It has to be done slowly. It’s merely a physical addiction but also one of the hardest things to come off. The physical symptoms can be horrible. I was put on them at age 16 by a doctor after my first panic attack. I’m 44 now. It’s all a very long story. I didn’t know until 2017 that they were the majority of my problem. They damage our GABA receptors (those are our body’s natural calming mechanisms) but they can heal. Please pray that they will and that I’ll get over anxiety, grow closer to God and my closeness to Jesus overall and grown in faith. Thank you. Sorry for what you’ve been through.

[@brendapouncey6475]

I am going through the same thing. But I haven’t been on them that long. It’s maybe been 5-6 months! I didn’t know what the ramifications were. Where did you get all your information? I need to read and research. I know it’s online but there is so much to decipher. I didn’t know if maybe you had a book or something from a doctor. I am praying for you because I know that it is awful getting off. Recently saw that on. YT video. But I didn’t know what they are actually doing to our body!! Thanks

[@laurabaca8001]

Praying for strength for you 🙏

[@heathergilson]

The Lord is with you through it all, Sarah! Thank you for sharing. I'm sorry that you have had to go through all of this, but thankful that the Lord gave you some answers with the Benzodiazepines. I wrote down your prayer requests, so I will pray for everything you mentioned, and for coming off of the drug. ❤🙏🏻

[@rachaelnuchols764]

Praying for you ❤

[@sarahboudreault7779]

@@brendapouncey6475 what one are you on? I’ll get back to you with more detail but knowing that will help. I’ll also be praying for you 💚

[@renevillarreal7066]

My word for 2025 is "Focus". My oldest sister passed away very unexpectedly this year. Since her passing, i have been suffering from anxiety. My mind is everywhere and constantly racing. I need to FOCUS on the Lord so I can then focus at work and personal life.

[@heathergilson]

I am so sorry for the grief that you have walked through. I wrote you down in my prayer journal, so I will be praying for you. 💔🙏🏻

[@TerriKemp-vb3hf]

I have a phrase for 2025: "step into my authority". Too many times I play down and don't go in confidence. God has opened my eyes to the need to go in confidence in spite of my insecurities and/or ignorance. I am filled with Christ and therefore have every skill needed to take on things according to His plan!

[@heathergilson]

I cannot tell you how much this encouraged (and exhorted) me and was just what I needed to hear! Thanks for sharing, Terri! ❤️❤️ T H I S 👇🏻❤️ "I am filled with Christ and therefore have every skill needed to take on things according to His plan!" It reminds me of 2 Peter 1:3

[@olgar6875]

Sorry for your loss. As you grieve, please share your heart so that we all can heal together. ❤️ 🙏 ❤️. My word for the year is ACT. I procrastinate and ask God to help me with that. 🙏

[@lisanewman3543]

My word is "surrender" for 2025. The Lord has been guiding me to give every area of my life to his leading.

[@tushabeann7027]

This is so true, that is the same exact thing the Lord has been speaking to me

[@heathergilson]

I love this! It's so easy too take back control in different areas of our life, but I was thinking this morning that the Lord is worthy...worthy of my everything. ❤

[@poshbyjodygreeneisen5147]

Same ❤

[@jeanienapier6566]

Good afternoon Heather. I stumbled upon your video today. I firmly believe God led me to it. First let me offer my sincere condolences for your loss. I was widowed at 43 and that was young. But I was certainly much older than you. I am a 64 year old grandma and going through the deepest depression since my husband died over 20 years ago. Please remember me in prayer. I am certainly adding you to my prayer list. God bless you. 🙏

[@heathergilson]

Thank you, it's been a tough half a year. Just to clarify, John was a friend, a father figure to my husband and I, and he married us. I will pray for your deep depression and loneliness you must be facing. 💔 The Lord is with you and He will NEVER leave you nor forsake you. ❤️

[@DebLavern]

Out of all the videos I have watched for bible plans and related material, yours is the sweetest and most God centered I have watchd thus far. You humbly guide people back to Christ and I so appreciate that. I especially loved the way you bible "reworded" how to save money. That truly blessed me. I've never watched any of your videos before, but I am so grateful to have watched this one today. I pray the good Lord richly blesses you in your spirit and continues to comfort you in the upcoming new year, God willing! Many blessings dear!

[@heathergilson]

Praise God that it was such a blessing to you! I was reminded recently that everything should point us back to Jesus, and it's been on my mind ever since then. The choices I make every day, my actions, the words I say, they should all point me to the Lord Jesus. Definitely something that still needs continual growth though!

[@DebLavern]

@heathergilson I completely agree and something I will keep in the forefront this coming new year. Blessings!😊

[@barbararack2800]

I'm so sorry for your loss 😢. I'm so glad you have a wonderful relationship with our Lord. I lost my 24 year old child a little over 2 years ago and if it wasn't for losing a few other close friends the year before and also the same year, my relationship with Jesus wouldn't have been where it needed to be. What got me through was Daniel and his friends reminding me we go through tribulations all the time, but God is always with us in them. You're beautiful!!! Side note: I'm 57 years old, and after losing my 2 best friends, I'm terrified to develop close relationships, so vulnerability is a word I should focus on. I also know the Holy Spirit keeps nudging me to get more acquainted with my neighbors.

[@heathergilson]

Thank you for the encouragement, and also I'm so sorry for everything you have lost. 💔 I keep reminding myself that the Lord bore all our griefs and sorrows - Isaiah 53. Praying for you, Barbara, that you will have the courage to be vulnerable and to reach out to your neighbours.

[@melissamoore9764]

Hi! New subscriber here. I have 2 words for 2025. Cherish and Serenity. Cherish bc I want to cherish my family and friends. Tell them I love them more often. In a blink of an eye people can be gone. Serenity for God's peace and comfort and calm I want to spend more quiet and alone time with Him. 5 goals I have- Give to a different charity every month ex St. Judes. Pay some bills off. Save money. God gave me the talent of cooking and baking. Cooking and baking new food items and sharing it with family and friends. Spend more alone time with my Heavenly Father. Tell my family and friends I love them more often. Please pray for my son Jack. He is going through a bitter divorce. His wife is being malicious. She wants the house and everything in it. My son will be homeless and he pays the mortgage. Thank you for the prayers.

[@heathergilson]

Thanks for subscribing, Melissa! ❤️ Great goals, and I love that you are using the talents that God has given to you! I added Jack to my prayer list and will also pray that you have wisdom and encouragement from the Lord to give to your son. ❤️

[@melissamoore9764]

@heathergilson thank you very much. God bless you.

[@wannaduckfin]

I'm picking a scripture of the year. Ephesians 3:20❤

[@heathergilson]

I hadn't thought about picking a scripture of the year! That's a great idea! Thanks for the sub! ❤️

[@lesliemay4749]

Great idea! I think that I will combine that with my word of the year, “abide”.

[@KM-nq7hz]

I’m so proud of you. I know that doesn’t mean anything but you are pouring into the community and that’s amazing. God bless you. I pray that your heart is comforted and that you are encouraged in your KZbin video. This is such a great video.

[@heathergilson]

I'm so glad that it was helpful for you! Thank you for your prayers. 😊 Your comment is so encouraging to me!

[@MariaGutierrezCA]

Thank you. This was helpful. My word is “intentional” and my goal “areas” are faith, family, health, and home. Going to develop specific details using your reflection questions.

[@heathergilson]

You are very welcome, I'm so glad that this was helpful for you! Thanks for sharing your word! ❤

[@karenkent8525]

My word for '25 is abide. (So, I am now in love with your planner) I kept hearing it over and over, so I thought that what be what God might want for me this year. I am so sorry for your past losses year. I will be praying for you.

[@heathergilson]

Ohhhh, I love it! I love how God intertwines things together. The small reminders that He is there and that He is leading and guiding us in everything!

[@susannduta]

Thank you for sharing. I indeed got some great insights. My word for the year 2025 is God's Grace & Growth.

[@heathergilson]

That's wonderful! Thanks for sharing your word for 2025!

[@lilakaliene]

Thank you for sharing this video. I am sorry for your loss this year and pray that God would comfort you. I prayed and asked God to show me what my word of the year is and it is Dwell. I am to dwell close to God through reading the Bible, praying, and keeping my eyes on Him. A few of my goals are to trust Him more and try not to be so distracted. Praying 2025 will be a better year for everyone.🎉

[@heathergilson]

Thank you so much!! ❤ It's comforting to know that Jesus cares about our hurts and sorrows! Ooo... Dwell... such a great word. I love how your goals are very closely intertwined with you word for the year!

[@ThePlannerPlaceCo]

Hi Heather! This video was great 😊 I added goals for other areas in my life for 2025 but I had not thought about adding faith goals. Thank you for the encouragement 💛

[@heathergilson]

You are very welcome! I'm so glad that it was helpful for you! 😊

[@KLC94]

Thank you for this video, it' has helped. My word for the year is MINDSET/MENTALITY. A renewal of the mind, I feel like God wants me to focus on BEING > DOING.

[@heathergilson]

That's wonderful! I'm glad it helped. Love your words and I especially love the focus on BEING > DOING! 😊

[@shellibass6599]

My word is RENEW.

[@heathergilson]

Thanks for sharing!!

[@YETRAHomeLife]

sorry for your loss 🙌 bless

[@heathergilson]

Thank you for your condolences! ❤️

[@krisd_b]

I am sorry for your loss! What a great perspective you have and great advice. I think my word for 2025 is JOY. I have had some health struggles both physical and mental and I feel like God is wanting me to focus on the good and enjoy the simple things that are beautiful about life.

[@heathergilson]

I love that you want to choose JOY and enjoy the simple things that God has given you. It's so easy to take those things for granted too!

[@leannekellaway8626]

I have spent hours looking at "how to journal" and then by chance found your video. Thank you so much as it has been what I've been looking for. So sorry for your loss

[@heathergilson]

Oh that's wonderful!! I'm so glad that it was helpful for you, Leanne! Thank you for your condolences! ❤️

[@ragaliebeni]

Hi.My goal for 2025 is to grow more spiritually since I got baptized this year in september. Sometimes I feel so out of energy after work that I don't get to spend much time with the Lord in reading and in prayer.And I also have a problem with being distracted from God because of the phone or video games. God bless you and happy new year!

[@heathergilson]

Happy New Year, Beni!! It can be hard to find the time or intentionally set aside time for the Lord. I think we all go through times when it's really difficult. Praying that the Lord will give you the energy to be in the Word and to intentionally set aside that time with Him, even when other distractions tempt you. Having accountability helps. Blessings in Christ to you and your family! 🙏🏻❤

[@madelinegrudens]

My deepest condolences for your loss... I also lost my husband in April and it's been very difficult to deal with... staying focused on God and knowing I will see my husband again one day keeps me balanced. Thanks for this encouraging advice... 🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩

[@heathergilson]

I'm so sorry that you lost your husband! Because of Jesus, we have hope of seeing them again! I will pray that you continue to focus on the Lord and that He will comfort and sustain you. 🙏🏻🙏🏻 John was a father figure to me and my husband, and we lost him this past summer. I am so thankful for that hope that we have in Christ! ❤️

[@beverley7189]

New sub and so thankful that I found your channel. Firstly please accept my condolences for your loss😢. You are a beautiful soul and I can see God’s strength in you! Thank you for sharing as He leads you! Wishing you all the goodness He has for you in 2025! Happy New Year lovely! 🙏🏽💖

[@heathergilson]

Thank you, Beverley. The Lord has been and continues to be my Sustainer! ❤️ Thanks for subscribing, I'm so thankful for each person that subscribes. I'm excited to keep sharing what the Lord is doing in me and teaching me, and pray that it will encourage others in their walk with the Lord Happy New Year to you too, Beverley!! ❤️❤️

[@veronicabone8835]

I just found your channel. New subscriber here. My word for 2025 is Focus.

[@heathergilson]

Thanks for subscribing! Love your word!

[@blairyoutube]

LOVE THIS! Thank you for sharing pretty lady!

[@heathergilson]

You are so welcome! Thanks for watching! ❤️

[@lauragem796]

'Stay flexible' is important and I have never seen or heard that suggestion before.

[@heathergilson]

Flexibility and submission to God's sovereignty is a lesson the Lord has been teaching me this past year.

[@The3GMom]

Loved the video, very encouraging. My word for 2025 is Restore. In January of 2024 we found out my husband has cancer, in March my mother told me she had cancer. Both are doing very well, we have an appointment Jan 3 with oncologist for a report. We are believing for a good report of no cancer. Also for my 3 daughters, but those are whole ‘nother stories.

[@heathergilson]

Aww, I'm glad the video was encouraging! Thanks for sharing your word and also a bit of your story. Putting a reminder in my calendar on the 3rd to pray specifically for the appointment that you have with the oncologist. Is this for your husband, mother, or both? Also praying for your 3 daughters. The Lord knows the details of it all. 🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@Nikkilrose1]

Amazing video! Thanks for sharing. My condolences for your loss. May God continue to strengthen and use you, and may your 2025 year and beyond be blessed!

[@AliFortyForward]

I love how you list out the steps on the screen and break everything down! Very excited for a God filled 2025! #Newsubscriber ❤

[@inhalethefutureandexhaleth7014]

I’m sorry for your loss and appreciate your video

[@heathergilson]

Thank you, and glad that the video was helpful! 😊

[@lesliemay4749]

My word for 2025 is abide. Thank you for this video, Heather, you gave me excellent prompts to add to my 2025 journal. Happy New Year! 🎉

[@heathergilson]

Aww, thanks, Leslie! I love your word. It was one I was also considering for this year. I pray the Lord will use those prompts to help draw you closer to Him. ❤️

[@Evergrowingmommy]

Thank you so much. I came across your video. I love the calming ambiance it gives and these tips are great. I'm def now thinking of a word for myself. Newly subscribed 💝

[@heathergilson]

Thanks for subscribing!! That means so much to me... ❤️ I hadn't thought of it before but others have commented that they are doing a phrase or a verse of the year. I loved those ideas too... maybe it will spark something for you as you seek the Lord to guide you into what He has for you to focus on this year. 😊

[@Robin-px9rc]

Nice planner! Your message was very biblically grounded. Rare nowadays. Ty! Happy New Year!

[@heathergilson]

Happy New Year!! And, you are very welcome! I pray that the Lord would be glorfied in all of it! ❤️

[@BlessedMama0719]

I just ended up on your channel some how I know that's God cause I needed this thank you! I subscribed 😊 Can you make your audio louder in coming videos if possible 🙏🏻

[@heathergilson]

Aww, that's wonderful! Thanks for the feedback on the audio... I've been struggling with that since I travelled with my microphone in November. I think something must have happened with my mic then. I've been trying to fix audio, but perhaps it's just time to get another mic. I'll try to remember to speak louder when I'm filming as well.

[@wandalorenz7688]

I just found your channel and was blessed thank you my word for 2025 is fearless trust I appreciate the way you made the goals God centered.

[@heathergilson]

All for His glory!! I love this soo much!! F E A R L E S S T R U S T... that reminds me of Joshua 1:9 - Have I not commanded you? Be strong and of good courage; do not be afraid, nor be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.

[@katjagraser]

My words are trust and obey.

[@denisebrown7265]

Thank you so much God has amazing plans for you in 2025 stay blessed ❤❤❤❤

[@heathergilson]

You are very welcome!! Blessings to you as well! ❤️

[@yolandavazquez6739]

Thank you for sharing this has been so encouraging! God bless you sister!💕

[@heathergilson]

You are very welcome! I'm so glad it was encouraging for you! Praise the Lord! ❤️

[@StephCourter_fit]

Perseverance! 🙏🏽

[@heathergilson]

That's a great word! Thanks for sharing!

[@LovetheWord311]

Love this video, will rewatch & pause as i build out my 2025 goals. Subbing to your channel!! Thank you ❤😊

[@heathergilson]

Aww, thanks for subscribing! Definitely take as much time as you need to go through it and build your goals!!

[@thisthatTAM]

I found your channel when looking for videos about creating biblical goals. My mama passed away unexpectedly in the middle of the year so I have been navigating grief too. I’d love to know how you read your bible/spend your quiet time when it’s hard or like the last thing you want to do.

[@heathergilson]

That's so tough! 💔 The Lord Jesus has carried our griefs and sorrows and I am so thankful for that. "I’d love to know how you read your bible/spend your quiet time when it’s hard or like the last thing you want to do." - This a great topic to do a video on, because I think we all struggle with this. I'm starting a new series starting next week, but stay tuned... I think I will do a video on this sometime shortly after that. ❤️

[@isabelt.4541]

A author book to read if your goal is vulnerability is brene brown.

[@LearnWithAdrienne]

💛💛💛

[@maryjames8176]

Breakthrough

[@heathergilson]

Love it, thanks for sharing!

[@wannaduckfin]

These are excellent goal prompts! ❤

[@abigailhortencia5901]

My word 2025 strength🙏

[@heathergilson]

Thanks for sharing, Abigail. I love your word!

[@DiakaMelendez]

Thank you!

[@wannaduckfin]

New subbie❤

[@BlackPearlMinistries]

My word for this year is "Stewardship"

[@heathergilson]

Thanks for sharing! ❤️

[@BR54niner]

I’m sad to admit that I have a hard time watching videos with background music 😢

[@heathergilson]

I'm sorry that the music was too distracting for you! 😢

[@BR54niner]

@ you don’t have to apologize. ♥️ It’s not your fault I have a sensitivity to sounds. I struggle to separate them when they over lap. Thank you for your considerate response. 😌

[@wandalorenz7688]

I just found your channel and was blessed thank you my word for 2025 is fearless trust I appreciate the way you made the goals God centered.