A Fresh Start for the New Year

As we stand on the threshold of a New Year, we often reflect on the past and anticipate the future. The New Year offers a unique opportunity for a fresh start, a chance to renew our commitment to God, to our purpose, and to the calling He has placed on our lives.

Embracing a New Beginning in God

To fully step into this new beginning as we trust in God, we should:

1. Remember God’s Faithfulness in the Past

Looking back at the year that has passed, it’s essential to recognize God’s hand in our lives. The challenges we faced, the victories we experienced, and the lessons we learned all testify to God’s unchanging faithfulness.

2. Embrace God’s Mercies for the Present

The New Year is a reminder that God’s mercies are fresh and available to us every single day. No matter what the past year held, we can start anew with God’s grace.

3. Commit to Walking in Faith for the Future

“Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding” (Proverbs 3:5).
As we move into the New Year, it’s crucial to commit our plans and desires to God, trusting in His perfect wisdom and timing.

Practical Steps for Success in the New Year

This year, at PCEA Thome, we shall take some practical steps to ensure spiritual success:
✅ Renew our prayer life
✅ Serve others
✅ Trust God fully

Conclusion: Moving Forward with Confidence

As we step into the New Year, let us do so with hearts full of gratitude, minds focused on God’s promises, and lives committed to His service. His mercies are new every morning, and His faithfulness is great. With God by our side, we can face the future with confidence and hope.

January Bible Study Guide

To deepen our faith and understanding, let’s commit to:
📖 Praying, Reading, Writing, Observing, and Applying God’s Word.

💡 Memory Verse of the Month: Genesis 1:1-5

📌 Additional Scriptures for Reflection:

• Genesis 1-3: Creation and Fall
• Psalm 8: The Glory of God
• John 1:1-14: The Word Became Flesh
• Exodus 3:1-15: Moses and the Burning Bush
• Psalm 19: The Heavens Declare
• Isaiah 40:1-31: Comfort for God’s People
• Revelation 4:1-11: The Throne in Heaven

Let this be a year of faith, renewal, and deeper connection with God.

Pointing you to Jesus Christ.