A FRESH START IN 2025: BEGINNING WITH GRATITUDE
JANUARY 1, 2025
TEXT: Enter into His gates with thanksgiving, and into His courts with praise: be thankful unto Him, and bless His name. (Psalm 100:4)
As we step into 2025, we’re reminded that every new year brings new opportunities, fresh starts, and renewed hope. But where do we begin? Scripture encourages us to start with gratitude, entering God’s presence with thanksgiving and praise (Psalm 100:4). This mindset shifts our focus from self to God, acknowledging His sovereignty and goodness.
Reflecting on 2024
We take a moment to reflect on the past year, acknowledging the blessings, lessons, and experiences that shaped us. Thus, we thank God for His unwavering presence and guidance, the lessons learned through trials and triumphs as well as the experiences that moulded us into who we are today
We also release the burdens of 2024 by forgiving ourselves and others for past mistakes, trusting God’s love and care, and casting all our cares on Him as instructed in 1 Peter 5:7
Renewing Our Commitment
As we begin anew, we renew our commitment to God, prioritizing our faith and deepening our relationship with Him. We also embrace personal growth and self-improvement and nurturing love, kindness, and compassion for others.
Embracing 2025
We seek God’s guidance, trusting His plans and leading (Proverbs 3:5-6). We set faith-filled goals, aligning them with God’s will and relying on His strength (Philippians 4:13). We cultivate gratitude, focusing on blessings and sharing thankfulness with others (1 Thessalonians 5:18).
SEARCHLIGHT:
The best way to begin 2025 is by acknowledging God’s past mercy and goodness through gratitude.
PRAYER:
Lord, thank You for new beginnings. Guide me in 2025. Fill me with gratitude, faith, and obedience. May this year bring glory to Your name, in Jesus’ Name.
BIBLE READING:
Leviticus 1-3; John 17
Happy and prosperous 2025💃💃💃💃💃
PST. MICHAEL OMOLE
