Before we can live, we first must die.

As we step into a new year, this message is an invitation to pause, reflect, and realign. Rather than focusing on traditional goal-setting or resolutions, this video explores a deeper question: What does it mean to die to ourselves and fully live in alignment with God's purpose?

Drawing from Scripture in Romans 8 and Colossians 3, this conversation reflects on Christ's sacrifice, the call to surrender fleshly desires, and the freedom that comes from living by the Spirit. It's a reminder that life isn't about consumption, self-worship, or control—but about becoming a willing vessel for God's work.

Whether you're watching this at the start of a new year or in the middle of a difficult season, my prayer is that this message encourages you to surrender your plans, trust God's leading, and step into the purpose He created you for.

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Chapters

00:00:00 – New Year reflections and moving beyond goal-setting
00:00:54 – Gratitude, Christmas, and reflecting on what truly matters
00:01:19 – The flag, small joys, and gratitude
00:02:09 – A prayer shared with family and why this message matters
00:02:57 – Remembering why Christ came: birth, sacrifice, and purpose
00:03:35 – Life, death, and what separates us from God
00:04:06 – Prayer, sacrifice, and dying to the flesh
00:05:26 – Living by the Spirit and aligning with God's purpose
00:06:24 – Romans 8: Living by the Spirit, not the flesh
00:08:11 – Deliverance from bondage and fleshly desires
00:09:15 – Modern idols: consumption, distraction, and self-focus
00:10:41 – Colossians 3: Putting on the new self
00:11:54 – What it means to be hidden with Christ
00:12:46 – Idolatry, desire, and self-worship
00:14:08 – Letting go of ego to become a vessel for God
00:15:28 – Living renewed lives through Christ
00:16:31 – Intentional decisions and divine alignment
00:17:27 – Scripture as guidance for life and leadership
00:18:23 – Surrendering your plans to God's plan
00:19:16 – Finding peace and effectiveness through trust in God
00:19:53 – Faith in action: obedience, courage, and discernment
00:21:05 – Letting go of control and trusting God fully
00:22:16 – Being useful in advancing God's kingdom
00:23:07 – Called before prepared: obedience over certainty
00:24:10 – Gratitude, freedom, and worship
00:24:45 – Final prayer, encouragement, and New Year blessing