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Westside Podcast
This is the official weekly podcast of Westside Community Church in Beaverton, Oregon. We’re made up of a variety of people who like to keep it real, don’t take themselves too seriously and who want to get the most out of life. At Westside, we welcome people from all walks of life – in fact, there are NO PERFECT PEOPLE ALLOWED! We strive to be a "safe place to investigate faith" so people can come as they are and be themselves while they explore who Jesus is, find friends and make a difference.
We post content here that is practical, helpful, and relevant to real life. We hope you'll find the inspiration, motivation and help to grow.
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Westside Podcast
Why New Year’s Resolutions Don’t Work (And What to Do Instead)
New Year’s resolutions promise change, but for most of us, they fade fast. In this episode of Midweek Motivation, Jess shares a faith-centered alternative she’s practiced for nearly a decade: choosing a Word of the Year.
Instead of striving harder or piling on goals, this episode invites you to slow down, reflect, and step into the year ahead holding God’s hand. Jess walks through a clear, practical process for reflecting on the past year, looking ahead with faith, and discerning what God may be inviting you to focus on next.
This conversation is both deeply spiritual and highly practical, offering a simple framework that can shape your decisions, growth, and faith throughout the entire year.
If you’re tired of resolutions that don’t stick and ready for a more intentional, God-led way forward, this episode is for you.
Discover
- Why New Year’s resolutions often fail to create lasting change
- What a “Word of the Year” is and why it works
- How worship and prayer bring clarity and alignment
- How to reflect on the past year with honesty and purpose
- Questions to help discern God’s direction for the year ahead
- Why focus and alignment matter more than task lists
Reflection
God isn’t asking us to sprint into the future on our own strength. He invites us to walk with Him, step by step. When we pause, reflect, and align our plans with His leading, transformation often follows in ways we didn’t expect.
Key Takeaways
- Alignment with God comes before planning
- Reflection reveals growth, lessons, and God’s faithfulness
- A single, prayerfully chosen focus can shape an entire year
- Growth is sustained through surrender, not striving
- God is already at work in the season ahead
Question for You
If God were inviting you to focus on one thing this year, what might that be?
Calls to Action
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- Share this episode with someone preparing for a new season
- Join us for a service at Westside Community Church
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