It’s a new year and I’m celebrating!!!! Happy New Year!!!! And ….. Happy New Year BEING one of the children of God!!!!!! Not because of something I did, but something that God does. He gives His love, His mercy, His forgiveness.
Sure if you get to know me and took a closer look, you would see that I am definitely not perfect, I make mistakes, I am human and fall short of God’s Glory.
And I’m sure if I took a closer look at you, well there you go. You yourself are not perfect, you make mistakes, and fall short of what God plans and intends for your life.
Well, I tell you what. Let’s all focus on our Father and not on each others shortcomings and weakness. Let’s not focus on each others’ sins, but focus on the Father’s love and forgiveness. He claims us as His children. It’s in the Bible!
John 1:12-13, NIV. “To all who received Him, to those who believed in His name, He gave the right to become children of God—children born not of natural descent, nor of human decision or a husband’s will, but born of God.”
So in Christ Jesus you are all children of God through faith. Galatians 3:26
So, I don’t know about you, but to me, that’s something to really celebrate. So raise your glass, give a toast, shoot the fireworks, Praise the Lord, praise Him with singing. Do a dance, say a prayer, have a feast, laugh, cry, but definitely give thanks to God!!!! He is your Father.
“Lord, I want to Thank You for all that you are to me. I’m glad I can call you my Heavenly Father. I’m joyful that you would think to call me your child. Forgive me when I fail you. Give me strength and guide me this new year coming up. Most of all, Lord ………. Help me. Amen.”
How bout you saying the same prayer you just read. You’ll be talking to your Father. He’ll be listening to you. Then when you say “amen”, let the celebration begin! (My feet are dancing under the table as I write)
See Ya! Dan Ainsworth wilderness preacher, dancer/celebrating life with the Father
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