As we wrap up the year, I can’t help but reflect on how incredible it is to experience God in new and fresh ways. His character remains the same—faithful, loving, and good—but sometimes it takes bold action on our part to truly see His hand at work in our lives.

Remember the story in Mark 2? A group of friends had a paralyzed friend they desperately wanted to bring to Jesus for healing. But when they couldn’t get through the crowd, they didn’t give up. Instead, they climbed to the roof, tore open the ceiling, and lowered their friend down to Jesus. That bold, risky move led to something amazing: not only did their friend walk away healed, but everyone in the room got to witness God’s power in action.

Jesus said to the paralyzed man, “I say to you, rise, pick up your bed, and go home.” (Mark 2:11). And because of the friends’ faith and bold action, that’s exactly what happened.

So, here’s the question, Bestie: What are you going to do in 2025? What risk are you willing to take? How are you going to stretch yourself and partner with God to see His hand at work in your life?

• Maybe you’ll finally follow up with that list of leads you’ve been avoiding.

• Maybe it’s time to host that first-time homebuyer workshop you’ve been talking about for years.

• Or maybe you’ll step out and lead a small group, join a mastermind, or even start investing in real estate yourself.

Whether it’s in your business, your relationships, or your faith, stepping outside of your comfort zone is where you’ll see God move in ways you’ve never experienced before.

Prayer:

Father God, thank you for being true and consistent in character. I pray that this year will be the year I step out of my own way and truly put work behind my faith. Help me to stay consistent and fully dependent on you. I silence the enemy and every lie he would use to distract me from seeing your hand at work. Thank you for who you are, for this community, and for bringing me into a brand-new year. In Jesus’ name, amen.

With love,