Bible preaching about new year

What a great topic! Here are some Bible verses and preaching points about the New Year:

Theme: "A Fresh Start with God"

Text: Psalm 118:24, "This is the day the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it."

Preaching Points:

  1. A New Year, a New Opportunity: Just like the psalmist, we can rejoice and be glad in the new year. It's a fresh start, a chance to leave the past behind and move forward with God.
  2. God's Faithfulness: Psalm 118:24 reminds us that every day is a gift from God. We can trust that He will be with us every step of the way in the new year.
  3. Repentance and Renewal: The Bible teaches us to repent and turn to God regularly (2 Corinthians 7:10). As we enter the new year, let's ask God to help us turn away from sin and turn towards Him.
  4. God's Plan for Our Lives: Jeremiah 29:11 says, "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." God has a plan for our lives, and the new year is an opportunity to seek His guidance and direction.
  5. Living with Purpose: As we start the new year, let's ask God to help us live with purpose and intentionality. Colossians 3:23 says, "Whatever you do, do your work heartily, as for the Lord rather than for men."
  6. Forgiveness and Freedom: The Bible teaches us that forgiveness is essential for living a life of freedom and joy (Matthew 6:14-15). As we enter the new year, let's ask God to help us forgive others and ourselves, and to experience the freedom that comes from forgiveness.
  7. God's Presence: Hebrews 13:5 says, "Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you." God is always with us, and the new year is an opportunity to seek His presence and guidance in our daily lives.

Prayer:

Dear God, we come to you today with gratitude and anticipation as we enter the new year. We thank you for the gift of life and for the opportunity to start anew. Help us to leave the past behind and to move forward with you. Give us a fresh start, a new heart, and a renewed sense of purpose. May we live with intentionality and purpose, seeking your guidance and direction every step of the way. In Jesus' name we pray, Amen.