Succeeding in 2026

As we stand at the threshold of a new year, we're invited to embrace a powerful truth: God is far more interested in our future than He is in our past. Drawing from Isaiah 43:18-19, we discover that God isn't asking us to pretend our past didn't happen, but rather to stop living there. He declares, 'See, I am doing a new thing. Now it springs up. Do you not perceive it?' This message challenges us to stop making excuses, take honest inventory of our lives, refocus our thoughts on God's truth, and ultimately trust Him to do what only He can do. The wisdom literature of Proverbs guides us through practical steps: planning ahead, listening to wise counsel, and persevering when challenges arise. We're reminded that real transformation doesn't come from trying harder but from trusting deeper. The most profound insight comes from 2 Corinthians 5:17—in Christ, we aren't just restored versions of ourselves; we become entirely new creations. This isn't about behavior modification or self-help; it's about receiving a completely new heart through Jesus. As we enter 2026, we're called to replace excuses with action, fill our minds with Scripture, and surrender to God's transformative power. The same God who parted the Red Sea and promises streams in the wasteland is ready to do something new in us.