A Clean Slate: Releasing to Rise
As we approach the new year, we are reminded of the beautiful promise in Lamentations 3:22-23:
His mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning.
God doesn’t just want us to turn a page; He wants to give us a clean slate. But to fully embrace the “new thing” He is doing in our lives, we must first be willing to let go of the weights that hold us back.
To make room for the blessings and peace God has for your next chapter, it’s time to “clean house” and leave behind:
Old Strongholds: Release the bitterness and past that weigh down your spirit. Remember, you are forgiven.
Lies of the Enemy: Silence the voice of self-doubt. You are “fearfully and wonderfully made,” and God has equipped you for what’s ahead.
Draining Habits: Walk away from the routines that distract you from your purpose or cost you your peace.
Trusting the Author
Closing a chapter isn’t about forgetting your history; it’s about trusting the Author of your story, which is Jesus. When we surrender what isn’t good, we aren’t leaving a void—we are creating space for the Holy Spirit to fill us with fresh energy, new perspectives, and a joy that the world can’t take away.
Walking Forward in Faith
This year isn’t about “new year, new me.” It’s about “new year, renewed spirit.” As you step into this new chapter, walk lightly, knowing you don’t have to carry the burden alone.
“Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past. See, I am doing a new thing!” (Isaiah 43:18-19)
Here’s to a clean slate and the grace that makes it possible.
As you wipe the slate clean, what ‘new thing’ do you feel God is beginning to stir in your heart for this next chapter?