New chapter sermon

Here's a sample sermon outline for a new chapter in life:

Title: "A New Chapter: Embracing the Unknown"

Text: Hebrews 11:1-3, 8-12

Introduction:

• Welcome and acknowledge the significance of this new chapter in life
• Share a personal story of a time when you felt like you were starting a new chapter
• Ask the congregation to reflect on their own experiences of starting anew

Message:

• The Bible says that faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen (Hebrews 11:1). As we embark on this new chapter, we may not see the entire path ahead, but we can trust that God is with us.
• Just like the Israelites who left Egypt and entered the wilderness, we may not know what lies ahead, but we can trust that God will provide for us (Exodus 13:21-22).
• Abraham, the father of faith, left his home and family to follow God's call, even though he didn't know where he was going (Hebrews 11:8-12). We can learn from his example and trust that God will guide us as we navigate this new chapter.
• As we start this new chapter, we may feel uncertain, anxious, or even scared. But we can choose to trust in God's goodness and sovereignty, even when we don't understand what's ahead.

Application:

• Take a few moments to reflect on your own fears and doubts about this new chapter. Write them down on a piece of paper.
• Now, take a few moments to reflect on God's promises and character. Write down verses that bring you comfort and peace.
• As you look at your list of fears and doubts, ask God to help you trust in His goodness and sovereignty. Ask Him to give you the courage to take the next step, even when you don't know what's ahead.

Conclusion:

• As we start this new chapter, let's remember that we are not alone. We have God with us, and we have each other.
• Let's choose to trust in God's goodness and sovereignty, even when we don't understand what's ahead.
• And let's remember that this new chapter is an opportunity for growth, learning, and transformation. May we be open to the possibilities and opportunities that God has in store for us.

Prayer:

• Dear God, we come to you today with a mix of emotions - excitement, uncertainty, and maybe even fear. We acknowledge that this new chapter is a unknown, but we choose to trust in your goodness and sovereignty. Help us to have faith like Abraham, who left his home and family to follow your call. Give us the courage to take the next step, even when we don't know what's ahead. May we be open to the possibilities and opportunities that you have in store for us. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.