The 2022 year stretches ahead. 365 blank pages on the calendar. Will this be the best year of my life? The worst year? Somewhere in between? It is impossible to know that on January 1st.
There are many unknowns at the beginning of a new year. We can dream our dreams and make our plans - and we should. But unexpected events can derail our plans. The future is unpredictable. That can be frightening unless we remember the things that remain unchanged.
Regardless of circumstances, God never changes. He is the King of kings and Lord of Lords. He reigns on January 1st and will continue to reign on December 31st. He is wise, He is good, and He loves us with unconditional love. Our God is faithful and always keeps His promises. He will guide us step by step throughout the year. He will walk with us in good times and in bad. These truths are constants throughout 2022. Unexpected events will not change God or change His love towards us.
Last year I began a tradition of choosing a Word and a Bible verse to reflect on throughout the year. I taped the Scripture verse and the Word of the Year to my bathroom mirror so that I would look at it frequently throughout the day. That practice was so spiritually enriching that I decided to continue the practice this year.
The word I have chosen for 2022 is Peace. My verse for the year is Isaiah 26:3 (NKJV): “You will keep him in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on You.”
As we reflect on our unchanging God, He promises to give us peace. His peace is steady and constant and is not dependent on circumstances.
I pray that each of us might walk closely with God this year. As we walk with Him, may we know His Peace which passes understanding.(Philippians 4:7)
Have you considered choosing a Word of the Year? Or a verse of the year? If you have, I would love to hear which word and which verse you selected.
As the New Year begins, I wish each reader a Happy New Year and a Blessed Year Ahead.
