New year sermon topics

Here are some potential sermon topics for a New Year's service:

  1. "A Fresh Start: Leaving the Past Behind" - Explore the idea of leaving the past behind and starting anew, using biblical examples like the Israelites' journey out of Egypt or the apostle Paul's conversion.
  2. "Resolutions that Last: A Biblical Approach to Goal-Setting" - Discuss the importance of setting goals and making resolutions, and offer practical tips for making them stick, using biblical principles like Philippians 4:13 ("I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me").
  3. "The Power of Forgiveness: A New Year's Gift to Ourselves" - Preach on the importance of forgiveness, both towards others and towards ourselves, and how it can bring freedom and new life.
  4. "Hope for the New Year: A Message from the Prophets" - Explore the prophetic messages of hope and renewal in the Bible, such as Isaiah 9:2 ("The people walking in darkness have seen a great light; on those living in the land of deep darkness a light has dawned") or Jeremiah 29:11 ("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").
  5. "The Gift of Second Chances: A New Year's Reflection" - Reflect on the biblical theme of second chances, using stories like the prodigal son or the repentant thief on the cross, and encourage listeners to take advantage of the new year as a fresh start.
  6. "Living with Purpose: A New Year's Challenge" - Encourage listeners to live with intention and purpose in the new year, using biblical examples like the apostle Paul's passion for spreading the gospel or the Israelites' journey to the Promised Land.
  7. "The Beauty of Imperfection: Embracing the Messy Journey" - Preach on the beauty of imperfection and the messy journey of life, using biblical examples like the story of Jacob or the apostle Peter's mistakes.
  8. "The Power of Community: Building Relationships in the New Year" - Emphasize the importance of building strong relationships with others, using biblical examples like the early Christian church or the story of Ruth and Naomi.
  9. "Finding Peace in the New Year: A Message of Hope" - Preach on the theme of peace, using biblical examples like the angels' announcement of peace on earth or Jesus' teaching on peace in Matthew 5:9 ("Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God").
  10. "A New Year, a New You: Embracing Transformation" - Explore the biblical theme of transformation, using stories like the apostle Paul's conversion or the story of the Samaritan woman at the well, and encourage listeners to embrace the possibility of change in the new year.

These sermon topics are designed to be relevant and inspiring for your congregation as they enter the new year. Remember to tailor your message to your audience and to use biblical examples and illustrations to make your points.