2Corinthians 5:17 (KJV) “Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new.”
As the year ends, December reminds us that in Christ, every ending can lead to a new beginning. Therefore, we can see to it that all old things pass away in Christ Jesus. Old things can refer to negative attitude, passions, pursuits, relationships, etc. Old things can be every weight and the sin that so easily entraps us (Heb. 12:1; AFV); the sin that just won't let go (Heb. 12:1; CEV). We should remove from our lives anything that would slow us down and the sin that so often makes us fall (Heb. 12:1; ERV). Let the end of this year, mark the end of all old things in our lives, and let the new year forthcoming, mark the beginning of new things in our lives.
Our God specializes in fresh starts. The Bible says, “His mercies are new every morning” (Lam. 3:22-23). In Isaiah 43:18–19, the LORD God declared to His people, “Behold, I will do a new thing.” In Revelation 21:5, the LORD said, “Behold, I make all things new.” Our God is not intimidated by emptiness, chaos, or failure. Where others see an end, our LORD God initiate an opportunity to begin again. So, don’t be depressed by the negative situations around you. Something new and great is about to begin in your life. Hallelujah! The LORD God can give you a fresh start after failure. Throughout Scripture, God repeatedly restores people who failed Him. Peter denied Jesus three times, yet Jesus restored him and entrusted him with leadership (John 21:15–17). David sinned grievously, yet after repentance, God renewed his relationship and continued to work through him (Psalm 51). The Prodigal Son wasted his inheritance, but the father welcomed him home with full restoration (Luke 15:20–24). Know this: failure does not have the final word; God does. Hallelujah!
Written by: Andrew A. Esemudje