The past year was filled with many varied circumstances that
may or may not be expected again in 2014. However, one thing is clear, what God
has started in our lives will never be affected no matter what the situation.
The Scripture is clear that new things from God comes every morning, as stated
in Lamentation 3:22 “The steadfast love of the LORD never ceases; his
mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your
faithfulness.” Thus keep in mind that God’s new things are daily not
annually and this is what makes our Christian life exciting, as years come and
go.
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With God on our side, we can be assured that our journey
will be filled with guaranteed success and overwhelming victory. But the key to
attaining this status is to be consistently observing with God’s view on the
horizon. I believe that He intends to release many answers to His promises that
we all hold onto. Never let go of this thought even when things around us are
rough and tough. Keep moving ahead towards the greater things of God.
I firmly believe that 2014 bears many important milestones
for every God’s people, including JRAM churches and congregations, that are on
the verge of fulfillment. The apostle James provided specific instructions, as
to how to live our life with this confidence: “If any of you lacks wisdom,
let him ask God, who gives generously to all without reproach, and it will be
given him. But let him ask in faith, with no doubting, for the one who doubts
is like a wave of the sea that is driven and tossed by the wind. For that
person must not suppose that he will receive anything from the Lord; he is a
double-minded man, unstable in all his ways” (James 1:5-8).
What should we do to ensure that 2014 would be fortified to
become an exciting year? Then, let’s take heed to what the book of Proverbs
says: “Commit your work to the LORD, and your plans will be established. The
LORD has made everything for its purpose, even the wicked for the day of
trouble” (Proverbs 16:3-4). Decide to do this as the first act and priority
of every believer in Christ. Most importantly, God honors those that honor Him.
Therefore, let us aim to honor God in 2014 and He will honor all our work,
labor, and everything that concerns us. I’m excited, are you?! that concerns
us. I’m excited, are you?
