New Beginning

January 16th – 1 John 4:18

1 John 4:18

Change isn’t easy. And facing the unknown is scary. But perfect love, as described in 1 John 4:18, acts as a shield against the fear of change. Because when we’re rooted in God’s unwavering love, we have all we need to embrace new beginnings without the anxiety that change often brings. With fear cast out, we have the courage needed for our journey of renewal and fresh starts. If each morning we surrender our day to God, we can embrace the freshness of the day without being stuck by the shackles of fear. And in the beauty of God’s perfect love, the prospect of a new beginning becomes not just a possibility but a reality to be embraced with faith and assurance. So as we step into uncharted territory, we can do so confidently. Because our path is illuminated by the radiant light of God’s perfect love, giving us the courage of a transformed and hopeful tomorrow. Courage to claim the promises of new beginnings that unfold when God’s love takes center stage in our hearts.

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January 14th – Exodus 14:31

Exodus 14:31

One of greatest miracles performed in the Bible, is the parting of the Red Sea. Where God separated the waters, and delivered Israel from the grip of Egypt. From His great love, God parts the seas in our lives as well. In moments of difficulty, His hand clears the way. And lovingly, He transforms obstacles into pathways toward new beginnings and unwavering hope. What a beautiful reminder that just as He led Israel through the challenges of slavery to the freedom of the Promised Land, God is our steadfast deliverer. While we walk this earth we will experience moments of challenges. But as He did with His chosen people, the Lord will go ahead of us, smoothing the way. The promise of Exodus 12:31 echoes in our hearts, assuring us that God’s delivering hand is not limited to the past but extends into our present and future. In times of trial, we can trust that His faithfulness endures. And will steer us towards a place of new beginnings where His grace transforms challenges into opportunities for growth and freedom.

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January 1st – Isaiah 43:19

Isaiah 43:19

There’s a quote by Aj Martinez which says, “January is the first month of a new year. It’s a time for new beginnings; to start fresh. May all His people see the Glory of the Lord and His Salvation; may they open their hearts and minds to His Ways and His Promises and be renewed.” I love how the new year is just bursting with new blessings and new possibilities! Time to leave the hurts and sorrows of the past year behind. Time to take a deep breath, and look forward to what God has in store for the future. For He is always at work taking all we experience and making something wonderful spring forth. The Lord has great plans for each of us, so we can head forth into the new year confident, hopeful, and thankful. So with a joyful heart we say goodbye to the old, and with anticipation, look to the new and amazing things God is doing!

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