As we have now reached our final day of 2015, we often take some time to reflect. You may simply ponder on the events that occurred in your life and smile and count your blessings. Some folks may scrutinize over situations they’ve encompassed in 2015 and begin to mentally put yourself through a struggle that you don’t want to revisit. Others may winnow at certain conditions and wonder, “How am I ever going to make it through this year?”
Whatever your self-examination magnifies for you, grasp the comforting words from the All-Powerful, Almighty, Ever-True and Everlasting Father:
“I am the Lord, who opened a way through the waters, making a dry path through the sea…But forget all that; it is nothing compared to what I am going to do. For I am about to do something new. See, I have already begun! Do you not see it? I will make a pathway through the wilderness. I will create rivers in the dry wasteland.” Isaiah 43:16. 18-19
Can I get an “Amen!” or a “Thank You, Jesus!”?
God is about to do something new in your life.
Okay, so you’ve had a few difficulties mentally, physically, and/or spiritually this past year, but I know that I serve a God who can and will make things new for you. Trust in Him.
Maybe you’ve had “the best year ever”, then you must give God all the glory and reminisce to make sure that you were wise with those treasures that He provided for you.
So, go ahead and give 2015 a quick review, but don’t ponder there too long because God is opening new doors for you in 2016. Believe in Him, trust God with all your heart, have faith, turn to the Lord for guidance, and smile and take comfort in knowing that when you hold on to the hand of God, you can make it through anything!
“I pray that the God who gives hope will fill you with much joy and peace as you trust in him. Then you will have more and more hope, and it will flow out of you by the power of the Holy Spirit.” Romans 15:13
“But these are written so that you may continue to believe that Jesus is the Messiah, the Son of God, and that by believing in him you will have life by the power of his name.” “John 20:31
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart; do not depend on your own understanding.” Proverbs 3:5
“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” Jeremiah 29:11
“Faith is what makes real the things we hope for. It is proof of what we cannot see.” Hebrews 11:1
“People can plan what they want to do, but it is the Lord who guides their steps.” Proverbs 16:9
“When people choose to follow the Lord, He shows them the best way to live.” Psalm 25:12
“Don’t worry about anything, but pray and ask God for everything you need, always giving thanks for what you have. 7 And because you belong to Christ Jesus, God’s peace will stand guard over all your thoughts and feelings. His peace can do this far better than our human minds.” Philippians 4:6-7
“I am the Lord your God, who holds your right hand. And I tell you, ‘Don’t be afraid! I will help you.’” Isaiah 41:13
I pray many blessings and much JOY for you! Have a wonderful day. – Stephanie
