This past year has been a difficult year for numerous individuals from every strata of our culture. We are now at the doorstep of a new year, so the first thing we should consider is leaving behind the past burdens and hardships to make way for a new beginning. The question is, can this be achieved?
Believing it’s possible takes faith that a new foundation can be laid for a future that’s blessed by God. We can only experience the future in increments of minutes and hours. Deliberately thinking through what can be achieved with our gifts and talents is necessary for building a solid foundation.
Jesus’ parable of building a house on solid ground that will hold fast against storms including unsure economics, pandemics, and political divisions is critical for stability. A sure foundation is composed of faith and trust in Christ Jesus. Committing all we are and all we can accomplish into his care provides peace and hope for whatever the future brings our way.
“These words I speak to you are not mere additions
to your life, homeowner improvements to your standard of living. These are
foundation words, words to build a life on. If you work the words into your
life, you are like a smart carpenter who dug deep and laid the foundation of his
house on bedrock. When the river burst its banks and crashed against the house,
nothing could shake it; it was built to last.”
~Luke 6:47-48 The Message
May God, the source of hope, fill you with all
joy and peace by means of your faith in him, so that your hope will continue to
grow by the power of the Holy Spirit.
~Romans 15:13 Good News Bible
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