Welcome back to Desert Well! Today we explore the deeper meaning behind setting New Year's resolutions from a faith-focused perspective. Reflecting on an article titled 'A Toast to the End of Ourselves,' by Luke Kjolhaug, we discuss how to reframe our goals to reflect selflessness, humility, and spiritual growth. Join us as we dive into the concept of dying to ourselves and living through the teachings of Jesus. Perfect for anyone looking to start 2026 with a fresh, spiritually fulfilling outlook. Raise a toast with us to the end of self-reliance and the beginning of living in Christ!Here is the article we referenced in today's episode https://www.1517.org/articles/a-toast-to-the-end-of-ourselves .

00:00 Introduction to Desert Well

01:04 New Year Reflections and Ugly Sweaters

01:36 Introducing Long Reads Friday

04:23 A Toast to the End of Ourselves

12:33 Reflecting on the Article

32:07 Closing Thoughts and Looking Ahead

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