As we are beginning a new year, here are some rich promises for us to focus on:

“‘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 (NIV)

“Enter His gates with thanksgiving and His courts with praise; give thanks to Him and praise His name.” – Psalm 100:4 (NIV)

“You were taught, with regard to your former way of life, to put off your old self, which is being corrupted by its deceitful desires; to be made new in the attitude of your minds; and to put on the new self, created to be like God in true righteousness and holiness.” – Ephesians 4:22-24 (NIV)

“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.” – Philippians 4:6 (NIV)

“Cast all your anxiety on Him because He cares for you.” – 1 Peter 5:7 (NIV)

“May He give you the desire of your heart and make all your plans succeed.” – Psalm 20:4 (NIV)

“Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past. See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the wilderness and streams in the wasteland.” – Isaiah 43:18-19 (NIV)

“There is surely a future hope for you, and your hope will not be cut off.” – Proverbs 23:18 (NIV)

“Look to the Lord and His strength; seek His face always. Remember the wonders He has done, His miracles, and the judgments He pronounced.” – 1 Chronicles 16:11-12 (NIV)

“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to Him, and He will make your paths straight.” – Proverbs 3:5-6 (NIV)

We are so blessed to have the wisdom, guidance, and inspiration of the Bible so readily available to us. Let’s feast on the Word of God this year and enjoy the riches of heaven!

Juanita Edge, Communication Director