Exodus 33:15 (NLT): "If you don't personally go with us, don't make us leave this place.."

 

God is supernatural. That means that everything about Him is far superior to the limited, natural world we live in. He isn't governed by the laws of nature, and He can never be restricted by time and space. The Bible declares the Lord knows the end from the beginning, that He exists in time past, present and future. He has already seen this new year through, He has already been there. That's why it's imperative we draw near to Him, trusting Him for clear direction. He doesn't just offer directions for the road ahead, He offers to be your personal traveling companion. Not only does He know the way, He is The Way. As you walk into and through this new year, make the decision to follow closely in step with the Lord. As you do, enjoy the peace and the joy that comes as a result of being in His Presence and perfect will.

1 John 4:16 (NKJV): "And we have known and believed the love that God has for us. God is love, and he who abides in love abides in God, and God in him."

 

God's love for man is beyond human comprehension; it is unconditional and without limits. John 15:13 says: "Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends". In case you haven't heard it in a while, or you feel ashamed, or insignificant; today we want you to know you're still God's child, and He hasn't changed His mind about you. He says you were created in His very image and likeness. He says you were bought with a high price - His precious blood. He says every drop was spilled on purpose, for you. That blood still redeems, cleanses, restores, frees and heals you today. It makes you righteous. You don't have to stand ashamed, or broken. You can live and experience the fullness that blood stands for right now, by just accepting God's love for you! Romans 5:5 says the Holy Spirit pours this love into our hearts. The only appropriate response to receive it is to say, "Thank You". God will never love you any more or any less than He loves you right now. So, thank Him for His great love that He chose to pour into your life since before the foundation of the world. It will make you holy, blameless and acceptable in His presence. Hallelujah!