More Than Resolutions: Practicing Presence in 2026

As we step into 2026, we're invited to shift our focus from the exhausting cycle of resolutions to something far more transformative: practicing the presence of Jesus. Drawing from Exodus 33:14 where God promises Moses, 'My presence will go with you and I will give you rest,' we discover a radical truth that challenges our achievement-driven culture. Moses teaches us something profound when he declares that he would rather remain in the wilderness with God than enter the promised land without Him. This isn't about performing for God or achieving more; it's about abiding in Him. The message challenges us to build holy habits—scripture before screens, weekly Sabbath rhythms, gratitude journaling, and spiritual community—that serve as a trellis for God's presence to grow in our lives. We're reminded that our bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, meaning God's presence isn't confined to Sunday mornings or church buildings. When we make space for God in our homes, cars, and break rooms, our ordinary lives become holy dwelling places. The invitation is clear: let 2026 be a year of presence, not pressure; of intimacy, not intensity. Rather than asking God to bless our plans, what if we asked Him to be our plan?