Psalm 2:13, John 10:10, John 8:32, John 15:13, Ephesians 3:12, Philippians 3:14, Romans 12:21, Ephesians 6:13a, Jeremiah 32:17

Men and brethren, as we run the race day by day we can become entangled by the cares of this world. But we are made to know that the most important thing in our life is not where we work. It is not even our family. The most important thing as far as our salvation is concerned is keeping our heart full of the light of God’s word. God is always able to give us a miracle to confound our enemies. While money failed in Egypt the children of Israel had enough and prospered. Your negativity and dwelling in the past, in the activities and failures of 2020 will only build a wall between you and God’s abundance. A distinguished complainant can never have a sound or peaceful mind. Complaining therefore affects your health and tarnishes your destiny. It is not a time to start blaming God or your family members for the failures of 2020. Your misery cannot change things that are now beyond amendment. There is no alternative than to begin to count your blessings, usually they will out number your days of pain. For God has blessed with the gift of life; it is your choice to start to live it in 2021. Psalm 2:13. ‘I would have lost heart unless I had believed that I would see the goodness of the Lord in the land of the living’. I welcome you to a new beginning full of the promises and blessings of God.  Happy New year and  a blessed New month

An unplanned life brings pressure and stress. You must complete whatever you start and work hard at whatever you do this 2021. Don’t start several things all at once; one thing at a time this 2021. None of us is an accident in this life. God designed each of us endowing us with different virtues. You are not an accident waiting to happen. Noah built the ark and gathered the animals as directed when there was no sign of rain. He laboured for years undaunted by the Jews and mockery of his people. Father Abraham must have been seen as a foolish old man who started a journey that seemed not to have any final destination. The rest are history. In life every glory has a story and in every story there is the His-story. There is a New beginning. I welcome you to this Newness of purpose full of the miracle and promises of Jehovah. They shall be delivered to you in grand style.

God’s provision of a new start liberates people from the powerful hold that guilt, fear and memories of failure can have over a human. The life, death and resurrection of Jesus have made a way for humans to find God’s forgiveness. It is in the gracious nature of God that mistakes and failures are not a stick to be beaten with, but an opportunity to change into something better. Jesus declared in John 10:10 “…I have come that they may have life, and that they may have it more abundantly.”

You may have lost face with the world because of your history but our God is a God of a second chance.  See 2021 as a new beginning. He sent Jesus to bring total restoration of the God kind of Life to each and every one of us. Do not fear the challenges that you will meet in 2021 because challenges are new levels of victory and success. We also can use our challenges and become somebody. The obstacles the enemy places on our way can catapult us to our glorious destiny. Stand strong where you are today trusting God who can make all things beautiful. Do not allow others to define your idea of attractiveness nor allow them to control your self esteem because it is your breakthroughs bank account. May your understanding of the word of God in you attract divine attention and manifestation in Jesus name.

The following acronym has reminded me that the best way to experience a New Beginning is to Lean On God as written by Sister Carol.

Number One: Live in the truth: Whether you’re battling a tempting addiction, or grieving an untimely loss, a key to embracing any new beginning is to stay grounded in the truth — God’s Truth — God’s Word. Without a foundation of truth, we are prone to fall prey to lies, lies that increase our pain and keep us from growing and moving forward. “And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free” John 8:32

Number Two: Enlist others for support: New Beginning times are best faced in the safety net of a group of caring and competent Christian friends. God is relational. Jesus was not a lone ranger. He was surrounded by His inner circle of disciples. We, too, will find support, encouragement, and help from others who have experienced similar circumstances, if we are open their aid. “Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends” John 15:13. The Comfortzone team is your friend. Be connected to us

Number Three: Approach God boldly: With Jesus at the right hand of God we have the amazing opportunity to approach our Heavenly King with boldness and confidence. In the Psalms, David gave us the perfect example of how to cry out to God in every conceivable manner. Even in our anger, our anguish, and our anxiety. We need not face anything without God’s help. Go to Him boldly, after all, He tells us we can. “In whom we have boldness and access with confidence by the faith of him.” Ephesians 3:12

Number Four: Never give up: Never give up! Remember no matter what our present circumstance may look like, no matter how difficult letting go might be, with God, we win in the end. It may appear that we are loosing, but, ultimately, goodness and glory can grow in the midst of a new beginning. We must keep our eyes focused on our Leader, and remember to keep putting one foot in front of the other until we cross the finish line. “I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus” Philippians 3:14

Number Five: Overcome obstacles: When we’re in the midst of letting go we can find ourselves burdened by a barrage of obstacles — things on our path that can keep us from walking through the door of a better tomorrow. Certainly feelings of grief and heartache can be part of the new beginning process. Lingering negative feelings and thoughts can become obstacles that keep us stuck. With God’s help and the support of others, we can continue forward, getting rid of whatever holds us back. “Be not overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good” Romans 12:21

Number Six: Neutralize the enemy: The Bible is very clear that we, as Christians, have an enemy. This enemy of our souls would like to destroy us and keep us from accepting God’s plan for our lives. We can disarm this devil by utilizing the armor our Commander and King so generously provides. Put on the armor daily. “Therefore put on the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes. You may be able to stand your ground…” Ephesians 6:13a

Number Seven: Go forward with God: This is much like “don’t give up.” New beginnings can be scary and we can find ourselves paralyzed, afraid to take another step. We don’t need to continue by our own power. In fact, our limited human power won’t be enough, but with God, all things are possible. Allow Him to lead, as you lean on Him. “I can do everything through him who gives me strength” Philippians 4:13 NIV

Number Eight: Open your eyes: Take a look around at the beauty surrounding you on your journey. As you embrace your new beginning, you will discover (if you open your eyes) the wondrous ways God is working in and around you. From a bubbling brook to the salty surf God is present. Even in your darkest hour if you look you can see His light. “Ah, Sovereign Lord , you have made the heavens and earth by your great power and outstretched arm. Nothing is too hard for you.” Jeremiah 32:17

Number Nine: Decide to worship: Praising God in the midst of any situation brings blessings far beyond our greatest expectations. When freedom from a bondage or addiction is your new beginning it is only natural to praise your Deliverer. When a new beginning is the result of loss, worship may seem at first out of place, but consider Paul, praising God from within his prison chamber. Worship touches the very heart to God, and in turn He will touch yours. Worship God and expect the best.

Lean on God and expect one glorious new beginning after another. Each new day of 2021 we can be filled afresh with the power of the Holy Spirit who will help us in our new beginnings. Won’t you invite Him to fill you afresh right now?

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